Hoofd van een jongen met lang haar 1683 - 1733

"Hoofd van een jongen met lang haar" is a red chalk drawing by Bernard Picart, created between 1683 and 1733, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The drawing depicts a close-up of a young man’s head with long, flowing hair, rendered in delicate strokes. The gridded background suggests that the drawing may have been a study or preparatory work for a larger painting. The artist’s meticulous attention to detail is evident in the subtle gradations of shading and the lifelike depiction of the subject's features. This drawing exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing the human form with accuracy and sensitivity, making it a valuable example of Dutch drawing during the 17th century.