Self Portrait with a Friend

"Self Portrait with a Friend" is a notable High renaissance painting by Italian master Raphael, created between 1518 and 1520. This artwork resides in the Louvre Museum of Paris, France. The piece depicts two figures on a canvas, with the figure on the left believed by some to be a self-portrait of Raphael, based on a 16th-century print. Rendered in Oil paints typical of the period, the painting offers insight into Raphael’s intimate moment with a friend, showcasing his mastery of portraiture during the High renaissance era.