Selbstporträt
1800
oil
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
1800
oil
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
This painting shows a self-portrait of a man. He has short, curly grey hair and is wearing a dark green coat with gold embroidery on the collar. The background is a dark brown color. The man is holding a fan in his right hand and looking directly at the viewer. His expression is neutral, and his eyes seem to be gazing into the distance. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, look up chiaroscuro.
