This original work is a rare self-portrait by Michael Jackson, hand-drawn in a monochromatic sepia or light brown colored pencil. The composition depicts Jackson in a collared shirt, cradling his well-known pet chimpanzee, Bubbles. The drawing style is consistent with Jackson’s other figurative studies, utilizing soft, feathered strokes to define the textures of his hair and the chimpanzee’s fur. This piece offers a personal glimpse into the artist's private life and his famous bond with his pet, which became a significant part of his public persona during the 1980s. The work is executed on a large sheet of paper and features Jackson's stylized signature in the upper left quadrant, rendered in the same medium as the drawing.

Specifications

• Artist: Michael Jackson (American, 1958-2009)

• Title: "Self-Portrait with Bubbles"

• Medium: Mixed media on paper

• Dimensions: 17 x 14 in

• Signature: Signed in colored pencil, upper left

keywords: Michael Jackson self-portrait, Bubbles the chimpanzee, original MJ drawing, celebrity pet art, signed Michael Jackson sketch, King of Pop memorabilia, hand-drawn illustration, 1980s pop culture art.