The Story
Self-Portrait by Anthony van Dyck (Flemish, 1599–1641).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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Self-Portrait
Anthony van Dyck (Flemish, 1599–1641)
Period
Baroque
Theme
Portrait
Medium
etching
Current Location
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
The Story
Self-Portrait by Anthony van Dyck (Flemish, 1599–1641).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.