Bebaarde oude man met muts 1748 - 1795

"Bebaarde oude man met muts" (Bearded old man with cap) is an etching created by Dutch artist Jan Chalon between 1748 and 1795. The work is a small-scale portrait, measuring just 66 mm by 54 mm. It depicts a man in profile, wearing a cap and with a thick beard. The artist utilizes hatching and cross-hatching to create volume and detail in the subject's face and clothing. Chalon was known for his portraiture and his works often depict ordinary people from his time. This etching is a testament to his skill in capturing the likeness of his subjects with great realism and precision.