Self-Portrait 1502

"Self-Portrait" is a 1502 drawing by German Renaissance artist Hans Baldung, depicting a young man with a fur-trimmed hat. The work is characterized by the artist’s meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of the fur and the subject's features. Baldung, known for his expressive style and exploration of themes like mortality and the macabre, utilizes a distinctive cross-hatching technique in this drawing, creating a sense of depth and texture. Currently housed at the Kunstmuseum Basel in Switzerland, this self-portrait offers a glimpse into the artist's youthful appearance and artistic prowess during this period.