Zelfportret van Cornelis van Noorde
Medium
paper
Dimensions
126; 140
Rights
Public Domain
About this artwork
Purchased with the support of the F.G. Waller-Fonds
Art Historical Context
Cornelis van Noorde’s "Zelfportret van Cornelis van Noorde," dated 1748, presents an intimate encounter with the artist through a compact work on paper measuring just 140 by 126 millimeters. Created in the mid-eighteenth century, this self-portrait captures van Noorde turning his gaze toward himself, a choice that invites viewers to consider how artists of the period used portraiture to record identity and skill. The choice of paper as a medium underscores the drawing’s personal and immediate nature, often favored for its ability to convey fine detail and spontaneity. Its modest size encourages close inspection, allowing the delicate lines and shading to reveal the artist’s hand in a direct, unmediated way. Acquired with the generous support of the F.G. Waller-Fonds, the work now forms part of the museum’s holdings, ensuring that this quiet yet revealing portrait continues to speak across centuries to audiences interested in the human story behind the art.
About the Artist
Cornelis van Noorde · 1731–1795
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