Portret van een onbekende schilder met baret 1903

"Portret van een onbekende schilder met baret" is a 1903 etching by H. Berthier, depicting the bust of an unidentified male painter wearing a beret. The subject is facing left, his gaze directed upward and outward, giving the impression of thoughtfulness or contemplation. The artist's use of delicate lines and subtle shading creates a sense of realism and depth, conveying a sense of individuality and quiet dignity. The etching's intimate scale and the subject's unassuming pose suggest a focus on portraying the inner essence of the painter, leaving the viewer to ponder his identity and story.