Hoofd van een meisje 1867 - 1890

"Hoofd van een meisje" (Head of a Girl) is an etching by Dutch artist Philip Zilcken, dating from 1867-1890. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the delicate profile of a young woman, her gaze directed downwards. The soft, hazy lines of the etching, combined with the light-toned background, create a sense of intimacy and melancholic introspection. This piece exemplifies Zilcken's talent for capturing nuanced emotions through subtle strokes, showcasing his mastery of the printmaking technique.