Who painted Self-Portrait?

Self-Portrait was painted by Hendrik van Limborch in 1708-01-01.

Where can I see Self-Portrait?

Self-Portrait is held by Rijksmuseum.

What movement is Self-Portrait?

Self-Portrait is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Self-Portrait?

Museum-quality prints of Self-Portrait are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Self-Portrait

Hendrik van Limborch , 1708

Self-Portrait is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Hendrik van Limborch. It dates from 1708 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. Hendrik van Limborch’s self‑portrait, executed in oil in 1708, presents the artist in a formal pose against a dark backdrop.

About this work

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the artist Hendrik van Limborch at the age of 66, as indicated by the inscription in the upper left.

The painting depicts the artist Hendrik van Limborch at the age of 66, as indicated by the inscription in the upper left. He is shown in three-quarter view, facing left, wearing a dark coat with a white collar and a black cap, conveying a restrained professional demeanor typical of Dutch portraiture of the period.

The work functions primarily as a self-representation of artistic identity, aligning with the conventions of Dutch self-portraits that emphasized the sitter’s status and profession. The inclusion of the artist’s name and age underscores the commemorative purpose of the image, marking both personal and professional milestones within a single composition.

Technique & Style

Hendrik van Limborch's Self-Portrait is an oil painting executed on a canvas support. Created in 1708, the work measures 85 cm in height and 69 cm in width. As a genre portrait, the piece depicts the artist himself, utilizing the medium of oil paint to render his likeness. The physical dimensions and material composition define the object's formal presence within the collection.

History & Provenance

The Self-Portrait by Hendrik van Limborch was created in 1708 as an oil painting on canvas, measuring 85 cm in height and 69 cm in width. It depicts the artist himself and was produced as a personal likeness rather than a commissioned work. The painting entered the collection of the Rijksmuseum, where it remains housed and displayed as part of the museum's holdings.

Its creation history is documented through the artist's own practice of self-representation in oil on canvas during the early 18th century.

Overview

Hendrik van Limborch’s self‑portrait, executed in oil in 1708, presents the artist in a formal pose against a dark backdrop. The work belongs to the portrait genre and reflects the decorative tendencies of the Rococo period. It is part of the Rijksmuseum’s collection in Amsterdam.