Self-portrait
This 1750 oil self-portrait presents a young man in a poised and contemplative stance, captured in a medium close-up from the waist up. Positioned slightly off-center to create a balanced yet dynamic feel, the subject is depicted as a creator, holding a quill pen and resting his hand upon a book or portfolio. This arrangement serves to symbolize both intellect and craft. The perspective is set at eye-level, establishing a…








