Studieblad met koppen en arceringen 1803 - 1842

"Studieblad met koppen en arceringen" (Study Sheet with Heads and Hatching) is a small-scale drawing by Dutch artist Anthonie Willem Hendrik Nolthenius de Man, created between 1803 and 1842. The drawing features five head studies of various individuals, likely executed from life, showcasing de Man's meticulous attention to detail and anatomical accuracy. Below each head, de Man has included examples of different hatching techniques, a fundamental drawing skill used to render form and value. These exercises demonstrate his mastery of line and tone, a hallmark of his artistic practice. The study sheet is a testament to the artist's dedication to the craft and his exploration of light and shadow through meticulous line work.