Brown and white drawing on aged paper of five grotesque heads. The heads are drawn in a sketchy style, with bold lines and expressive facial features. Four of the heads are surrounded by decorative leafy elements resembling acanthus leaves. The heads are arranged in a circular pattern on the page, with one in the center and one in each cardinal direction. The top two heads are facing right and left, respectively, both looking up and to their respective sides. The bottom two heads are looking down, while the center head looks straight ahead. The facial expressions are distorted, with exaggerated features such as bulging eyes, thick eyebrows, and curling lips. The background of the drawing is a light brown color with darker brown spots and stains.
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 617 × 893 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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