Portret van een onbekende man 1921

This 1921 etching, “Portret van een onbekende man,” depicts a close-up portrait of a man with closed eyes. The artist, Lodewijk Schelfhout, is known for his expressive use of lines and shadows, capturing a sense of introspection and melancholy. The work, held in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of Schelfhout’s skill in portraiture, demonstrating his ability to convey emotion through subtle detail.