Zelfportret: B-1-1, 23 februari Possibly 1942

This self-portrait by Dutch artist Cor van Teeseling, titled "Zelfportret: B-1-1, 23 februari," is a poignant testament to his short life. Created in 1942, possibly just a few months before his untimely death at the age of 27, this pencil drawing depicts a young man with a pensive expression, his gaze directed slightly to the side. The subtle lines of the portrait, executed with remarkable detail, suggest a sense of introspection and vulnerability, hinting at the artist's awareness of his own mortality. This intimate portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the inner world of a promising artist cut short by fate.