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Self-portrait of Justus Sustermans, by Justus Sustermans, oil, 1655

Self-portrait of Justus Sustermans

Justus Sustermans

1655

oil

canvas

From the collection of Uffizi Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Self-portrait of Justus Sustermans is a 1655 oil by Justus Sustermans, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at Uffizi Gallery.

Who painted this?
Justus Sustermans
When & what style?
1655 · Flemish Baroque painting
Where can I see it?
Uffizi Gallery

About this work

The painting shows a man with long, dark hair and a mustache. He is wearing a black jacket with a white collar and cuffs. His right hand is resting on his chest, and he is looking directly at the viewer. The man's face is serious, and his eyes seem to be gazing into the distance. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to focus attention on the subject. This painting is a self-portrait of Justus Sustermans, created in 1655. The artist used oil paint to create the image, which is now held at the Uffizi Gallery. You can learn more about the artist Justus Sustermans.

About the artist

Portrait of Justus Sustermans
Artist

Justus Sustermans

Justus Sustermans, Joost Sustermans or Suttermans, his given name Italianised to Giusto (28 September 1597 – 23 April 1681), was a Flemish painter and draughtsman who is mainly known for his portraits.

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