Self-portrait 

This self-portrait by the French painter Jean-Baptiste Oudry, born in 1686, is a classic example of Baroque portraiture. The artist's gaze is direct and intense, conveying a sense of confidence and authority. The rich, warm colors and detailed brushwork create a sense of realism, and the ornate clothing and fur-trimmed cap add a touch of grandeur to the composition. Oudry was a renowned animal painter and decorative artist, his work often commissioned by the French aristocracy.