Head of a Satyr (Tete de satyre)

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a profile view of a person's or creature’s head and neck, with the right side visible. The individual is depicted in profile view, facing to the right. The face has exaggerated features, including a sharply hooked nose and a deeply lined brow. The mouth is open, and a long, thin pipe extends from it. The hair is long and flowing with wavy lines, extending from the head and around the neck. The figure has two large, spiral horns on top of the head. There is no visible clothing. The background is plain and light-toned.