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Self-Portrait with Raised Sabre

Rembrandt van Rijn

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts the torso and head of a person in a seated or standing position, facing forward. The individual has curly hair, a full nose, slightly pursed lips, and a stoic expression. They wear an ornate cap and a textured garment with detailed patterns on the collar and shoulders. The person holds a large, curved sword with ornate details on the hilt in their right hand. The background is plain with visible etching marks. The name "Rembrandt" and the date "1654" appear in the upper left corner of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1634
Medium
etching with touches of drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
3312 × 4065 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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