Self-Portrait with Frill 1751

Maurice Quentin de La Tour's "Self-Portrait with Frill" (1751) is a pastel portrait showcasing the artist's mastery of the medium. The painting captures the artist's likeness with a soft, ethereal quality, characteristic of the Rococo style, popular during the 18th century. La Tour's keen attention to detail is evident in the delicate rendering of his powdered wig, the intricate frill of his shirt, and the subtle play of light and shadow on his face. This self-portrait, now in the Musée de Picardie, Amiens, France, provides a glimpse into the artist's personality and artistic sensibility.