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Self Portrait

Unknown

1700

oil

canvas

From the collection of British Museum

Rococo painting 18th Century Portrait Peter Paul Rubens

Dominant colour

Self Portrait is a 1700 oil by Unknown, a Rococo painting work, depicting Peter Paul Rubens, held at British Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1700 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: British Museum

About this work

This painting is a self-portrait of a man with a distinctive appearance. He wears a black hat with a wide brim and a black coat, and his face is turned to the right. His hair is brown and curly, and he has a long, brown beard and mustache. The background of the painting is a mottled brown color. The man's expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. He appears to be a confident and self-assured individual. The overall effect of the painting is one of quiet dignity and introspection.