Artwork
Self-Portrait with curly hair and white collar: Bust
Self-Portrait with curly hair and white collar: Bust is a print by the Baroque artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1630 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Self-Portrait with curly hair and white collar: Bust is a print by Rembrandt van Rijn, created around 1630.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the artist as a man with curly hair and a white collar, wearing a dark shirt and conveying a serious expression. His face and upper body are the primary focus, suggesting a state of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic style, the print showcases Rembrandt's attention to detail, particularly in the subject's facial features and attire. The use of chiaroscuro adds depth and dimensionality to the image.
History & Provenance
The print is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (15 July 1606 – 4 October 1669), known mononymously as Rembrandt, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, printmaker, and draughtsman.
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