Profile of an Old Man with a Hat

Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a close-up of a person's face in profile, with only a portion of the head and shoulder visible. The person's head is tilted slightly backward, with the chin pointing upward. The facial features are depicted with a detailed texture, emphasizing a prominent nose and beard. The individual is wearing a large, textured top hat that obscures the top part of the head and the eyes. The clothing includes a garment with a visible seam and some textured detail around the collar area. The drawing is composed of fine lines and shading, giving texture and depth to the person's features. The background consists of more fine, stippled lines, creating an abstract, textured effect without distinct shapes or objects.