Peter Paul Rubens, Self-portrait

One of the four curious self-portraits that Rubens painted. It is thought to have been painted around 1630, though he looks a lot younger than someone who was his fifties. This intimate view feels like Rubens is holding out his hand so we can get to know him better.  

Peter Paul Rubens (1577 - 1640)  
Self-portrait 
Circa 1623 - 1630 
Oil on panel

Can be seen in  Rubens Experience (Rubenshuis)