Autoportrait en armure c. 19th century

"Autoportrait en armure" (Self-Portrait in Armor), created by Félix Ziem in the 19th century, showcases the artist's self-portrait in a unique, almost theatrical way. The painting, rendered in a loose and expressive style, depicts Ziem in profile, wearing a dark garment reminiscent of armor, against a warm brown background. The artist's facial features are rendered with precision, with a focus on his piercing gaze and the subtle details of his mustache. The overall impression is one of strength and introspection, a self-representation that highlights both the artist's personality and his mastery of painterly technique.