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Anton Raphael Mengs's oil on canvas, painted in 1777, showcases a meticulous technique where the brushwork is remarkably smooth. The artist's handling creates a seamless surface, allowing for precise rendering of details, from the subtle flush in the sitter's cheeks to the soft folds and sheen of his draped garment. The canvas support lends itself to a rich depth of color, from the pale skin tones to the vivid ochre of the fabric, giving the portrait a strong, lifelike quality. The man holds a book, seemingly inscribed 'MINAE' on its spine, and engages the viewer directly, a characteristic of late 18th-century portraiture. This piece would complement a refined living room or a library
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·Classical art ·SKU: GIA-23167-canvas
Self-Portrait Anton Raphael Mengs
Original title: Johann Joachim Winckelmann (1717–1768)
Portrait of a man holding a book, oil on canvas, 18th century
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ArtistAnton Raphael Mengs
CategoriaClassical art
StampaSu misura al centimetro, inchiostri certificati
Self-Portrait on canvas
We print Self-Portrait in the size you choose and stretch it by hand over an Italian wooden frame. The canvas is made when you order, so nothing is ever out of stock.
It arrives ready to hang, with nothing else to do. Made in our own Italian workshop, shipping in 6–8 working days.
- Stretched by hand over an Italian wooden frame
- Any size you like, not just standard formats
- Ready to hang the moment it arrives
