Self-Portrait | Rembrandt | 1629 Cubism evoking themes of paradise and

evoking themes of paradise and eternal peace

embodying the decadence and allure of the fin-de-siècle era

leaning forward with one arm reaching out

the beauty of nature

Self-Portrait | Rembrandt | 1629 Cubism evoking themes of paradise andAbout the artwork: In this early self portrait, a 23 year old Rembrandt presents himself in a dramatic and somewhat theatrical manner. He dons a dark beret pulled low over his brow, casting a shadow that adds to the intensity of his gaze. Around his neck, he wears a polished steel gorgeta piece of armor that, while obsolete by the 17th century, was often used in portraits to convey a sense of martial valor or timelessness. His attire is completed with