{"product_id":"zelfportret-en-face-met-pet-en-stropdas-cor-van-teeseling","title":"Zelfportret en face met pet en stropdas - Cor van Teeseling","description":"\u003cp\u003eA precise graphite self-portrait by Dutch artist Cor van Teeseling, dated 1942, capturing a direct and contemplative frontal view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis graphite portrait by the Dutch artist Cor van Teeseling, dated 18 March 1942, captures the artist in a direct, frontal pose. The drawing displays a disciplined approach to form, utilising subtle shading to define the contours of the face and the texture of the clothing. Van Teeseling depicts himself wearing a cap and a tie, elements that provide a sense of period-specific attire while maintaining a focus on the psychological presence of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is minimalist, stripping away background detail to concentrate entirely on the facial features. The eyes are rendered with particular care, conveying a steady gaze that engages the viewer. The artist employs a range of graphite tones, from the soft, blended shadows along the jawline to the firmer, more defined lines of the collar and cap. This technical precision allows for a clear articulation of volume and structure without the need for excessive ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan Teeseling, active during the mid-twentieth century, often produced works that reflect a quiet, observational quality. This self-portrait is a clear example of his ability to document his own likeness with technical accuracy. The work is signed and dated in the lower right corner, providing a specific temporal anchor for the piece. As a study in graphite, it offers a glimpse into the artist's practice of self-examination during a period of significant historical upheaval in Europe. The restraint shown in the execution of the hair and the fabric of the jacket demonstrates a focus on clarity and form, characteristic of his broader body of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/four-regular-solids-m-c-escher\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFour Regular Solids - M.C. 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