Study Head

anthonyvandyck

figurative

oil painting

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

facial study

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

digital portrait

This oil painting by Flemish artist Anthony van Dyck, known for his portraits of the English court, depicts a study head. Executed in a dark palette with loose brushstrokes, the piece captures the subject in profile, highlighting the detail of his wrinkled skin and beard. This is a classic example of van Dyck’s masterful skill in depicting both the physical likeness and the character of his sitters.