This original oil painting, signed Phil Arbeter (2013), is a masterful homage to Rembrandt’s Self-Portrait as the Apostle Paul (1661). Arbeter captures the essence of the Dutch master’s late style — the expressive brushwork, dramatic chiaroscuro, and penetrating gaze — while imbuing the work with his own painterly interpretation.
Rendered on canvas, the composition reflects the iconic turbaned figure, his weathered face illuminated against a shadowed background, evoking both dignity and vulnerability. The textured, impasto technique enhances depth and presence, making the portrait compelling from any angle.
A striking piece for collectors of Old Master–inspired art, this work blends historical reverence with contemporary execution.
Condition:
Overall good condition - canvas.
Dimensions:
55.5cm W X 2cm D X 76cm H
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