Borstbeeld van een schreeuwende vrouw met hoofddoek 1683 - 1733

This expressive drawing, "Borstbeeld van een schreeuwende vrouw met hoofddoek" (Bust of a Screaming Woman with a Headscarf), is a study by the Dutch artist Bernard Picart, created between 1683 and 1733. Picart, known for his masterful use of light and shadow, portrays a woman in a state of distress, her head thrown back and her mouth open in a silent scream. The artist's meticulous use of red chalk captures the intense emotion of the subject, highlighting the raw vulnerability of the human form. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, stands as a testament to Picart's skill in conveying powerful emotions through delicate lines and masterful shading.