Four Heads (from Characaturas by Leonardo da Vinci, from Drawings by Wincelslaus Hollar, out of the Portland Museum) 1786

Wenceslaus Hollar's "Four Heads" from 1786 is a detailed etching of four distinct faces. The four individuals are portrayed in profile with exaggerated features, each with a unique expression that suggests a personality. Hollar, a renowned Czech artist, is known for his meticulous detail and ability to capture a variety of subjects, from portraits to landscapes. This etching is a prime example of his mastery of the medium and the detailed realism he was known for. This etching is a part of the larger series of "Characaturas" which was based on drawings by Leonardo da Vinci. These prints are now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.