Zelfportret van David Bailly 1626

"Zelfportret van David Bailly" (1626) is a self-portrait by Dutch Golden Age artist David Bailly, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. Bailly, known for his portraiture and still lifes, captures a close-up view of himself in this black chalk drawing. He wears a lace collar and a neatly trimmed beard, reflecting the fashion of the time. The subtle shading and detailed rendering of his features bring a life-like quality to this intimate portrait.