Self-Portrait in a Plumed Hat by Rembrandt van Rijn

Self-Portrait in a Plumed Hat 1629

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portrait

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character portrait

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portrait image

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charcoal drawing

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possibly oil pastel

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portrait reference

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portrait head and shoulder

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underpainting

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animal portrait

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mid-section and head portrait

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animal drawing portrait

Rembrandt van Rijn's "Self-Portrait in a Plumed Hat" (1629) is a quintessential example of the artist's early self-portraiture. The painting showcases Rembrandt's mastery of chiaroscuro, with dramatic contrasts of light and shadow highlighting the youthful artist's face and elaborate attire. The feathered hat, a symbol of wealth and status, suggests Rembrandt's ambition and self-assuredness in his early career. This intimate portrait, executed during a period of artistic experimentation, reflects the artist's fascination with light and form, paving the way for his later masterpieces.

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