Portrait of a Painter, perhaps the Artist Himself Possibly 1730 - 1737

Aert Schouman's "Portrait of a Painter, perhaps the Artist Himself" is a self-portrait from around 1730-1737. This intimate portrait shows the artist seated in his studio, holding a pipe in one hand and a palette in the other. The painting is a good example of the artist's work, depicting the details of his life, such as the painting tools and other objects that surround him. The painting is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, where it can be enjoyed by art enthusiasts. Schouman, a Dutch artist, is known for his portraits, genre paintings, and still lifes, demonstrating an adept use of oil on canvas.