Self Portrait (c.1499) by Raphael

Self Portrait - Raphael - c.1499

Artwork Information

TitleSelf Portrait
ArtistRaphael
Datec.1499
Mediumchalk
Dimensions38 x 26 cm
Art MovementHigh Renaissance
Current LocationAshmolean Museum, Oxford, UK

About Self Portrait

The artwork titled “Self Portrait” is a seminal piece created by the eminent artist Raphael, dated to approximately 1499. It is a self-portrait, executed with chalk as the medium, reflecting the aesthetic of the High Renaissance movement. The dimensions of this piece are 38 x 26 cm. Currently, it resides at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, UK, where it stands as a witness to Raphael’s introspective examination and mastery of human form.

This artwork showcases a young man in a three-quarter view, with his gaze mildly turned towards the viewer, creating a connection that is both direct and introspective. The artist has donned a beret, and his hair flows gently past the contours of his face and neck, suggesting both the style of the time and a personal sense of grace. Raphael’s mastery in the use of line is evident in the delicate rendering of the facial features, the careful modulation of shadow, and the intricate treatment of hair and clothing—all hallmarks of High Renaissance artistry. This portrait not only gives us insight into Raphael’s appearance but also offers a glimpse into his psyche, capturing a moment of self-reflection frozen in time by the artist’s own hand.

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