Head of a Sea God 1730 - 1740

This charcoal and white chalk drawing, *Head of a Sea God,* was created by the French artist Charles-Joseph Natoire around 1730-1740. The drawing depicts the head and shoulders of a sea god with a long beard and flowing hair adorned with a wreath, suggesting his power and authority over the ocean. Natoire was known for his Rococo-style paintings and drawings, often depicting mythical figures and scenes. His work, characterized by graceful lines and delicate details, contributed to the evolution of French artistic sensibilities in the 18th century.