Self-Portrait

Self-Portrait by Albrecht Durer
Artist
Albrecht Durer
Date
1521
Style
Northern renaissance
Genre
Self-portrait
Location
Kunsthalle Bremen
The Self-portrait showcases an artist's skillful use of a pen to capture detailed facial features and expressions. Created during the Northern renaissance period, it reflects the era’s emphasis on realism and meticulous detail. The painting reveals the artist’s introspective attitude and mastery in portraying textures and light, hallmark traits of Northern renaissance art. This Self-portrait not only serves as a personal reflection but also exemplifies the technical precision and humanistic themes characteristic of this influential artistic movement.

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