Self-portrait with a Palette, in a Niche

Gerrit Dou's Self-Portrait with a Palette, in a Niche (1665) exemplifies his mastery within the Baroque style. Painted at the height of his fame, the work captures the artist confidently holding a palette, surrounded by meticulously rendered studio objects. The niche setting emphasizes intimacy and skill, highlighting Dou's reputation as a leading Dutch painter. This self-portrait not only reveals his technical talent but also reflects the era’s fascination with artists' self-representation. Today, it is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.