Hoofd van Christus c. 1858

Bastiaan de Poorter's "Hoofd van Christus" is a pencil drawing of a Christ's head. Executed in 1858, this drawing is part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The artist uses delicate lines to capture the details of Christ's features, especially the eyes, conveying a sense of both sorrow and serenity. The work exemplifies De Poorter's skills as a draughtsman and his interest in religious subjects.