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Self-Portrait

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man's head and shoulders with strong light and shadow contrast on his face, featuring a straight nose, a slightly downturned or neutral mouth, and stubble or a short beard. He wears a knit cap covering most of his head and a coat with a prominent collar. The background is plain, accentuating the etching lines on his face. The image is sketched in a linear style, giving a textured and dramatic effect.

Artwork Details

Date
1919
Medium
etching and drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
2872 × 3855 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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