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Self-Portrait in a Flat Cap and Embroidered Dress

Rembrandt van Rijn

National Gallery of Art

The image is a sketch showing the upper body of a person from the waist up. The person is in a slightly turned position, with their torso facing to one side but their head facing forward. The face has a wide nose and discernible eyebrows. The person has curly hair extending below their ears and is wearing a soft, loose cap. The clothing includes a garment with visible layers, possibly a shirt underneath with a tie or lacing detail at the collar. There are no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background consists of crossed hatch lines.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1642
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2587 × 3830 px
Public Domain
Yes
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