Zelfportret 1868

"Zelfportret" (Self-Portrait) is an 1868 etching by Belgian artist Charles Verlat (1824-1890). The artwork depicts Verlat, seated and holding a pencil, with a contemplative gaze. The artist's detailed portrayal of his own features in this self-portrait, including the intricate details of his beard and attire, demonstrates Verlat's meticulous attention to realism, a style that defined his work throughout his career.