Self Portrait

Raphael's Self-Portrait is a small Tempera painting on poplar wood, created during his formative years in Florence between 1504 and 1506. This High renaissance work depicts the artist in a simple black robe and bonnet, set against a plain brown background with a shadow cast to the right. The piece reflects influences from Leonardo da Vinci and Northern European traditions. Although it may be unfinished, infrared reflectography confirms Raphael’s authorship, offering a glimpse into his evolving artistic style.