Bust of a man with a flat nose and protruding mouth, wearing flat cap and buttoned coat in profile to right 1660

Wenceslaus Hollar's 1660 etching, "Bust of a man with a flat nose and protruding mouth, wearing flat cap and buttoned coat in profile to right", is a striking example of the artist's detailed style. This small print, part of a series of caricatures, depicts a man with exaggerated features, likely meant to be humorous. Hollar, a prolific artist who worked extensively in both England and Europe, is known for his precise linework and his ability to capture the nuances of human expression, even in caricature. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this rare work in its collection, providing a glimpse into the artist's skill and the humor of 17th-century satire.