Self Portrait of Gianlorenzo Bernini as young man (1623)
1623
oil
From the collection of Galleria Borghese
1623
oil
From the collection of Galleria Borghese
The painting depicts a young man with dark, curly hair and a mustache, wearing a black shirt with a white collar. He is shown from the chest up, facing forward with his head turned slightly to the left. The background is dark and shadowy. The subject's facial expression is serious, with a hint of introspection. His eyes are cast downward, as if lost in thought. The overall mood of the painting is somber and contemplative. This painting is a great example of the work of artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
