This image is a detailed sketch of a man's profile, depicting his head and part of his upper torso. The man is facing left, with his side profile prominently displayed. His facial features include a prominent brow and a strong, slightly aquiline nose. He has a bald head, with hair visible on the sides and around the back. His facial hair includes a thick sideburn. The man is dressed in a dark garment, possibly a coat, with a high collar that is visible. The background of the sketch is plain, with shading that emphasizes the contour of his figure and the depth of the depiction.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1885
- Medium
- charcoal and graphite with stumping and scraped corrections, touched with yellow pastel, on tan wove paper, indented for transfer
- Dimensions
- 3734 × 4993 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original