Hoofd van een monnik en profile 1758

"Hoofd van een monnik en profile" is an etching by Jean Jacques de Boissieu, completed in 1758. The artwork depicts the profile of a monk with a beard, in a simple, yet striking composition. The piece showcases the artist's skill in rendering realistic details, particularly the monk's facial features and the textured fabric of his robe. It is a testament to the artist's mastery of the etching technique, which involves creating a print by using an acid-resistant coating to etch an image onto a metal plate. This artwork is a classic example of portraiture and a key piece in understanding Boissieu's artistic style.