self-portrait

About this work

This painting is a self-portrait of the artist. The subject is depicted from the waist up, wearing a dark jacket with a white collar and a brown cloak over his shoulder. He has dark, wavy hair and a mustache. His right hand holds a rolled-up paper, and he looks directly at the viewer. The background of the painting is a warm, light brown color. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the portrait. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you might want to explore the use of chiaroscuro in his work.