Self-portrait 1861

Silvestro Lega's 1861 *Self-portrait* depicts the artist in a close-up view, focusing on his face and upper torso. The painting, currently housed in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy, showcases Lega's mastery of realism and his attention to detail. The artist's gaze is direct and intense, capturing a sense of introspection and self-awareness. His features, rendered with a soft, almost painterly touch, convey a sense of both strength and vulnerability. The subdued color palette and intimate scale of the work further contribute to its introspective and personal nature.