Self-Portrait [recto] 1897 - 1900

This is a pencil drawing by the renowned Post-Impressionist painter Paul Cézanne, dating from 1897 to 1900. The artwork is a self-portrait and depicts the artist in a contemplative pose, with his head slightly tilted down and his hand resting on his chin. The drawing is characterized by Cézanne's signature use of bold lines and shading techniques to create a sense of volume and depth. Cézanne's self-portraits are an important part of his artistic output, revealing the artist's self-reflection and his evolving style.