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 With the placement of the subject so close to the edge of the painting this self portrait gives the viewer a sense of confrontation with the painter. In comparison to other self portraits, there is an avoidance of strong shadows and the uniform lighting shows every unevenness in the face. This painting was done in less haste than the one in Washington
(#10) with the highlights in the hair applied with care. Whatever the differences in the brushwork of the two paintings, they probably stem from the same period, indicate the same aging process, and correspond in terms of clothing. |
