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“Self-Portrait” — Edgar Degas, 1857

Aged just twenty-two, Degas painted himself with the searching, unflinching eye that would define his career: intense gaze, dark palette, and the proud bearing of a young man who had taught himself by copying in the Louvre. It is one of the most penetrating self-portraits of the nineteenth century.

This early work already contains the Degas to come — the psychological sharpness, the exactness of observation, the refusal to flatter. A fascinating piece for anyone drawn to the man behind the dancers and racehorses.

Digitally restored by an artist (wear removed, colours refreshed, vintage character retained). Copyright: Personal use only — no resale or redistribution.

Download includes 5 high-resolution JPEG files: 4×5 (up to 40×50cm) · 3×4 (up to 18×24″) · 2×3 (up to 24×36″) · International (A5–A1, 50×70cm) · 11×14″

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