Self-portrait with three collars
1796
oil
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
1796
oil
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
This portrait shows a man with curly gray hair, wearing a dark jacket over a white shirt with a high collar and a red vest underneath. He has a serious expression and is looking directly at the viewer. The man's attire suggests he is from the 18th century, and the style of the painting is reminiscent of the Neoclassical period. The use of muted colors and the focus on the subject's facial expression give the painting a sense of solemnity. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
