Studieblad met zestien hoofden 1776 - 1815

"Studie blad met zestien hoofden" is a drawing by Dutch artist Marie Lambertine Coclers (1761-1815) featuring sixteen portraits of individuals in various headwear. Executed in black ink on paper, the piece is characterized by Coclers's adeptness in capturing the nuances of human expression. The work is an example of the "study" drawings that artists often created to develop their skills and to capture specific characteristics of their subjects. The detailed rendering of the heads and the variety of facial expressions showcase the artist’s talent for observation. Coclers was a prolific draftsperson and painter whose work often depicted everyday scenes and portraits, showcasing her keen eye for detail and her ability to capture the human condition.