Self-portrait of Anton Graff (1736-1813)
1805
oil
From the collection of Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden
1805
oil
From the collection of Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden
The painting shows an elderly man with white hair and glasses, wearing a dark jacket and white scarf. He is holding a pen in his right hand and appears to be writing or drawing. The background is dark, which makes the man stand out. The man's face is serious, and his eyes seem to be focused on something in front of him. His hair is thinning, and his skin has wrinkles, giving him an aged appearance. The dark background creates a sense of depth and contrast, making the man's features more prominent. This painting is a self-portrait of Anton Graff, created in 1805. To learn more about the artist's style and techniques, look up Anton Graff.
