Head of a Woman 1635

Jacob Jordaens’ 1635 drawing, "Head of a Woman," is a study of the human form, rendered in charcoal and red chalk on paper. Jordaens, a leading Flemish Baroque artist, was renowned for his expressive figures, and this study exemplifies his skill in capturing the essence of a subject. The woman's downcast gaze and the subtle play of light and shadow on her face create a sense of depth and psychological introspection.