Self-Portrait by Irish Artist Helen Mabel Trevor

A fearless Irish woman behind the brush

Own a piece of Irish art history with this striking reproduction of Self-Portrait (1890s) by Helen Mabel Trevor—one of the most accomplished Irish painters of the 19th century.

Painted during the most celebrated decade of her artistic career, this self-portrait is no quiet reflection. Trevor stands tall, palette in hand, her gaze unflinching and proud. Dressed in her painter’s smock, she declares her identity not just as a woman, but as a serious, professional artist—at a time when few women dared to do so. As Frances Borzelli aptly observed, "Her erect posture, huge palette, searching eyes and painter's smock show that she is more than happy to proclaim: identity."

This was Helen Mabel Trevor in her prime—fresh from her training in Paris under masters like Carolus-Duran and Jean-Jacques Henner, and producing some of her most technically confident and emotionally resonant work. The Self-Portrait captures her realism, resolve, and rejection of sentimentality, all rendered with firm draughtsmanship and a confident palette.

Why this piece belongs on your wall:

• A bold and inspiring image of Irish female artistic strength

• A museum-quality reproduction of a rare 19th-century self-portrait

• Ideal for art collectors, history lovers, and those who admire strong women

• Printed on premium archival paper for rich colour and fine detail

• Available in multiple sizes to fit any space

Celebrate Irish talent and tenacity with this exceptional self-portrait from a trailblazing artist who painted herself not as a muse, but as a master.