Selfportrait
1708
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
1708
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
This painting is a self-portrait of a man with dark, curly hair. He is wearing a brown robe over his shoulder and a blue necklace around his neck. The background of the painting is dark, which helps the subject stand out. The man's facial expression is serious, and he appears to be looking directly at the viewer. The painting is done in oil paint, which gives it a rich and vibrant texture. 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 who created this self-portrait, you might want to look up David Richter the Elder.
