Head of a Man with Turban 1784

This etching, created in 1784 by French artist Jean-Pierre Norblin de la Gourdaine, depicts a close-up portrait of a man wearing a turban. The intricate detail of the man's facial features, particularly the beard and mustache, as well as the meticulously rendered folds of the turban, showcases the artist's mastery of linework and shading. The small size and intimate focus of the work create a sense of immediacy and closeness with the subject, inviting viewers to engage with the man's expression and the rich cultural context he represents.