Self-Portrait — Leonardo da Vinci (c. 1512)

Time etched in red chalk: a furrowed brow, flowing beard, and eyes that seem to weigh the world. This celebrated drawing, long regarded as Leonardo’s self-portrait, distils character into line and light—quiet, penetrating, unforgettable.

Why it captivates

• Iconic presence — a face that feels carved from thought and experience.

• Masterful economy — red chalk strokes that suggest more than they describe.

• Renaissance gravitas — humanism, study, and introspection in one image.

• Warm monochrome — earth tones that sit elegantly in contemporary spaces.

• Conversation piece — art history’s most inquisitive mind, up close.

• Statement artwork — serene, intelligent focal point for studies and libraries.

What you’ll see

A three-quarter head rendered in red chalk on warm paper: deeply set eyes, arched brow, long beard and hair flowing to the shoulder; restrained hatching and soft edges that breathe with paper tone. Up close: hairline strokes and velvety gradation. From a step back: dignified calm.

A richer historical frame

Drawn c. 1512, late in Leonardo’s life, this portrait has long been treated as a self-image and a touchstone of Renaissance draftsmanship. (Scholars occasionally debate the attribution, which only adds to its aura.) Either way, it’s an enduring emblem of genius and introspection.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

539 × 841 mm (approx. 21.22 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.641 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 portrait (594 × 841 mm) with a custom mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic look: cut the mat window to ~535 × 837 mm to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.

  • Contemporary look: float-mount in an A1 frame for a tall, elegant reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Renaissance enthusiasts & scholars

• Design lovers drawn to refined monochrome works

• Collectors & stylists curating thoughtful, heritage-rich interiors

• Gift-givers celebrating graduations, studios, and milestones

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Invite Renaissance calm and intellect into your space—order your fine-art print of Leonardo’s Self-Portrait today.