Kop van een oude man met baard 1604 - 1646

"Kop van een oude man met baard" is a drawing by Francesco Furini, a prominent Baroque artist from Italy. Created between 1604 and 1646, the drawing depicts a close-up of an elderly man’s face with a beard, executed in red chalk, charcoal and white chalk on paper. The artwork is known for its striking realism and delicate shading, highlighting the expressive wrinkles and textured details of the sitter's face. Furini was known for his sensitive portrayal of human emotion, often depicting elderly figures with a sense of dignity and wisdom, and this drawing demonstrates his mastery of these themes.