caption: The image shows a self-portrait of a man with a long beard wearing a black dress, painted in oil on canvas. The painting is titled "Portrait of the Father" and was created in 1884. The man has a serious expression on his face, and his eyes are focused intently on something in the distance. His hair is dark and his beard is full and well-groomed. He is standing in a relaxed pose, with his hands clasped in front of him. The background is a muted color palette of blues and greys, giving the painting a somber and contemplative atmosphere.