Self-Portrait Holding a Portrait of Her Sister
Rosalba Carriera's 1715 self-portrait, “Self-Portrait Holding a Portrait of Her Sister,” is more than just a likeness; it’s a carefully constructed tableau brimming with quiet dignity, subtle humor, and a poignant exploration of female identity within the constraints of 18th-century Venetian society. This intimate work, now residing in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, offers a rare glimpse into the life and artistic sensibilities of one of Europe's most accomplished women…










