Self Portrait 1500

"Self Portrait" (1500) by Pietro Perugino, one of the most renowned artists of the Umbrian School, is a powerful and intimate portrait of the artist himself. This oil painting depicts a middle-aged Perugino wearing a red cap and a dark tunic, gazing directly at the viewer with a serious expression. The painting, now housed in the Collegio del Cambio in Perugia, Italy, is a masterful example of the High Renaissance style, characterized by its detailed realism and harmonious composition. Perugino’s self-portraits are rare and highly prized, offering a glimpse into the artist's personality and creative process.