Portret van een man 1767 - 1827

This engraving, "Portret van een man," is a self-portrait by the English artist William Blake, created between 1767 and 1827. The artwork features Blake's head in profile, rendered in meticulous detail with fine lines. Blake's signature "Blake sculp" is inscribed at the bottom right, indicating that he was both the artist and engraver of the piece. The portrait captures the artist's thoughtful expression and reflects his talent for capturing human likeness through precise line work. This self-portrait is a significant piece for understanding Blake's artistic identity and creative process.