Zelfportret van Jozef Israëls 1908

This self-portrait by Jozef Israëls, a renowned Dutch painter, was created in 1908, just three years before his death. The work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the artist in a simple but striking manner, with a focus on his aged face and hat. Israëls, known for his realist depictions of working-class life, captures his own image with a sense of introspection and honesty, characteristic of his style. The drawing's quick, expressive lines convey the artist's strong personality and his mastery of this medium. The intimate scale of the work emphasizes the personal nature of the subject and adds to its emotional impact.