We were discussing this piece in my art history class, and I found it very interesting. It is a self portrait of Jan Van Eyke. I found it curious that he would depict himself with facial expression. The stare coming from his face, looking directly at the viewer, makes this a very realistic piece. The stare on his face was the main reason I liked this piece. I wonder why he chose to paint himself wearing turban. It makes me wonder if he wore a turban on a regular basis or if it was just a spur of the moment decision.
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