1. One of the sassiest looks of Rembrandt. The artist depicts himself as a happy, carefree man in one of his earliest works.
Rembrandt Laughing, 1928
Agape Charmani for Art-Sheep
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (15 July 1606 – 4 October 1669) is one of the greatest painters of European art and one of the most famous Dutch artists. His contributions to art came in a period of great wealth and evolution, making him a witness and a bearer of beautiful cultural achievements.
Rembrandt was a true master; having painted pretty much everything, from portraits to historical scenes, he is particularly known for his technique and -of course, his self-portraits. We’ve gathered some of his coolest self-portraits, that have captured the brilliancy and awesomeness of the most important painter of the Dutch Golden Age.
2. Dark and mysterious
Self-portrait, 1628-1629
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3. If someone got class, it was definitely Rembrandt
Self-Portrait with Gorget, 1629
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4. Here it is ladies and gentlemen, the fine progenitor of duckface. Rembrandt knew how to paint, and he definitely knew how to duckface.
Self-Portrait, Staring, 1930
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5. A painter, an idol, a charmer
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The Prodigal Son in the Tavern, a self-portrait with Saskia, c. 1635
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Self-portrait, 1639
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Self-portrait, 1640
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Self-portrait, 1662
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Self-Portrait with Two Circles, ca 1665-69