Hoofd van een man in een café, naar links 1865 - 1930

"Hoofd van een man in een café, naar links" (Head of a man in a cafe, facing left), is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Jac van Looij, dating from 1865-1930. Van Looij, known for his expressive use of line, captures a moment of contemplation, focusing on the subject's face in profile. The drawing, a small 147 mm x 109 mm, demonstrates Van Looij's mastery of capturing both form and mood through gestural lines and subtle shading. This piece is a captivating example of a quick, yet poignant portrait, common in the artist's repertoire, which often depicted everyday individuals in intimate settings.