Koppen 1840 - 1880

"Koppen" is a pen and ink drawing by Johannes Tavenraat, created between 1840 and 1880. The artwork depicts three heads in profile, with the artist focusing on exaggerated features and facial expressions. The piece showcases Tavenraat's skill in capturing the nuances of human physiognomy through simple yet expressive lines. This drawing, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artist's fascination with caricature and his ability to convey personality through quick sketches. The use of pen and ink allows for a sense of spontaneity and captures the essence of the subjects with great economy of line.