Self-portrait 1809

Orest Kiprensky’s 1809 "Self-Portrait" captures the artist in a moment of introspective intensity. The painting, rendered in oil on canvas, presents a close-up view of Kiprensky's face, emphasizing his youthful features, expressive eyes, and curly brown hair. The artist's attire, a simple coat and cravat, speaks to his status as a rising talent in the world of Romantic portraiture. The painting's realism and intimate scale make it a poignant and engaging example of self-representation in early 19th-century Russian art.