Painting reproduction on canvas of the artwork
Self-Portrait - Degas Saluting (Degas)

This youthful self-portrait reveals a confident and elegant Edgar Degas. Around thirty years old, he depicts himself as a Parisian dandy, tipping his hat in a gesture of greeting. The treatment is both classical in its rigor and modern in its attitude. The finely modeled face expresses a sharp intelligence and a certain melancholy. The palette is sober, dominated by the deep blacks of the suit which contrast with the white of the shirt and the warm tones of the background. The hand holding the hat is particularly expressive, painted with great delicacy. The other, more sketched part of the background suggests a landscape, perhaps a reference to his future works. It is a powerful psychological portrait, where the artist presents himself with controlled confidence.