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Head of a Man

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a sketch of an elderly man with thick, wavy hair and a long, flowing beard. His head is slightly tilted downward, with his eyes looking downwards, showcasing deep-set features. The hair seamlessly transitions into the beard, which is depicted with shading for texture. The artwork solely depicts the facial area with no other body parts shown. The background is a light, plain color, and the sketch features delicate, sweeping lines that convey detail and softness in the features. There are no additional objects or jewelry in the sketch, keeping the focus on the facial features.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink on laid paper
Dimensions
3450 × 4652 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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