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Self-Portrait
Self-Portrait is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jan Kupecký. It dates from 1709 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
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Overview
Jan Kupecký's 'Self-Portrait' is an oil painting from 1709, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing his own likeness.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Kupecký dressed in a dark coat and red hat, holding a brush and palette, with a serious expression and adorned with a gold chain and star-shaped pendant, symbolizing his profession and status.
Technique & Style
Kupecký's use of chiaroscuro creates a striking contrast between light and shadow, highlighting his face against the dark background. Smooth, detailed brushstrokes are evident, particularly in the rendering of his hands and clothing.
History & Provenance
The 'Self-Portrait' is now held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, a testament to Kupecký's influence across regions including Hungary, Vienna, and Nuremberg, where his works were reproduced as engravings by Bernhard Vogel.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Kupecký (Slovak: Ján Kupecký, German: Johann Kupetzky, Hungarian: Kupecky/Kupeczky János; 1667 – 16 July 1740) was a Czech portrait painter during the Baroque era.
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