Zelfportret van David Bles Possibly 1859

"Zelfportret van David Bles" is a self-portrait drawing created by the Dutch artist David Bles in 1859. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The drawing depicts a close-up view of the artist's head and shoulders, focusing on his expressive face and meticulously rendered clothing. The artist's signature is visible in the lower right corner. This drawing exemplifies Bles's skill in capturing likeness and detail through the medium of pencil. The work is a poignant example of the self-portrait genre within the Dutch artistic tradition.