Zelfportret 1913

"Zelfportret" (Self Portrait) is a 1913 etching by Dutch artist Jan Mankes, a renowned realist painter and printmaker. The artwork depicts Mankes, age 24, seated in a room by a window and drawing. The etching's detailed lines and delicate shading create a sense of realism, capturing the artist's intense gaze and the subtle textures of his clothing. Mankes's early death in 1920 at the age of 30, coupled with his extraordinary artistic talent, made him a key figure in the development of Dutch Realism. The artwork's intimate portrayal and its stylistic focus on detail are characteristic of Mankes's mature style.