Hoofd van een oude vrouw met capuchon 1876

"Hoofd van een oude vrouw met capuchon" (Head of an Old Woman with a Hood) is an etching by Dutch artist Piet Verhaert, created in 1876. The artwork depicts a close-up portrait of an elderly woman whose face is mostly obscured by a dark hood, with only a portion of her face visible. This small, intimate etching, measuring 140 mm by 113 mm, is a testament to Verhaert's skill in capturing the subtle nuances of human expression and the passage of time. The work’s realistic style and focus on the subject's aged features likely resonated with audiences of the time, reflecting a growing interest in social realism and the portrayal of ordinary individuals.