Self-portrait with curly hair and white collar: bust c. 1630

Rembrandt van Rijn's "Self-portrait with curly hair and white collar: bust" (c. 1630) is an etching that captures the artist's likeness in a striking and intimate manner. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Rembrandt's mastery of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and volume in his self-portrait. His signature "Rembrandt f" is visible on the right side of the artwork, lending a personal touch to the piece. This small-scale portrait, measuring just 56 mm by 49 mm, exemplifies Rembrandt's early exploration of self-portraiture, a theme he would revisit throughout his career.