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Self-Portrait (Corot par lui-meme)

Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person's head at the center of the composition. The face is depicted with deep shadows and highlights, emphasizing facial features like the brow, nose, and lips. Loose, textured strokes form the person's hair. The background features heavy shading and cross-hatching, creating a dark, abstract energy. Layered lines provide depth around the face. No jewelry or objects are visible.

Artwork Details

Date
1858
Medium
cliché-verre
Dimensions
3438 × 4650 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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