Who created "Ring met zelfportret"?

Ring met zelfportret was created by Bernard Picart in c. 1780 - c. 1820.

When was "Ring met zelfportret" created?

This artwork was created c. 1780 - c. 1820.

What medium is "Ring met zelfportret"?

Ring met zelfportret is gold (metal).

Is "Ring met zelfportret" in the public domain?

Yes, Ring met zelfportret is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Ring met zelfportret

Bernard Picart

c. 1780 - c. 1820

Medium

gold (metal)

Dimensions

1.9; 2.5

About this artwork

miniatuur op velijn; ring: goud en glas

Art Historical Context

Nestled in a delicate gold ring measuring just 2.5 cm high and 1.9 cm wide, *Ring met zelfportret (Ring with Self-Portrait) by Bernardart showcases the intimate artistry of the late 18th to early 19th century. Craft around 1780–1820, this jewel features a tiny self-portrait painted on vellum—a fine parchment made from animal skin—sealed beneath a protective glass dome. Such miniatures were a hallmark of the Enlightenment era, when portraiture shrank to wearable treasures, blending personal sentiment with technical virtuosity. Picart, part of a noted family of Dutch engravers and artists, capt...

About the Artist

Bernard Picart · 1673–1733

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