Zelfportret: B-1-1 Possibly 1941 - 1948

vegetal

portrait

shape in negative space

facial expression drawing

botanical illustration

portrait reference

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

botanical art

This self-portrait, created by Dutch artist Cor van Teeseling in pencil, is a haunting depiction of the artist. The subtle shading and minimal details, along with a slight smile, evoke a sense of introspective calm. Tragically, the artist died in 1942 at the young age of 27. This artwork, located in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artist's final years and serves as a poignant reminder of his talent cut short.