Little Self-portrait 1658

Rembrandt van Rijn's "Little Self-Portrait" (1658) is a small, intimate portrait of the artist in his later years. The painting depicts a somber Rembrandt, his face marked by time and experience, gazing out at the viewer with a sense of introspection. The dark background and the use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts of light and shadow, create a dramatic and melancholic mood. The artist's self-portraits, like this one, are a fascinating window into his emotional state and artistic development.