Artwork
Self-Portrait
Self-Portrait is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Dutch 16th Century. It dates from 1525 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This print is an etching self-portrait of a man wearing a wide-brimmed hat and fur collar.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted in profile with a serious yet calm expression, his short hair and detailed beard visible beneath his hat.
Technique & Style
The etching technique used here involves inking the grooves of a metal plate to produce sharp lines and textured effects, characteristic of this 16th-century printmaking method.
Artist & collection
Artist
This Dutch artist made engravings in the 1550s that retell the biblical story of David and Saul.
