Zelfportret van Eduard de Biefve 1830 - 1842

Édouard De Bièfve’s self-portrait, created between 1830 and 1842, is a delicate pencil drawing showcasing the artist’s youthful appearance. Rendered in grayscale, the piece captures De Bièfve’s features with a focus on his expressive eyes and the subtle details of his clothing. This intimate self-portrait demonstrates De Bièfve’s talent for capturing likeness and his interest in the human form. The drawing’s small dimensions contribute to its intimate quality, drawing the viewer closer to the artist’s self-representation.