Twee studies van een mannenhoofd met hoofddeksel 1875 - 1934

This artwork, "Twee studies van een mannenhoofd met hoofddeksel," is a pencil sketch by Dutch painter Isaac Israels. Created sometime between 1875 and 1934, the work depicts two quick studies of a man's head, likely a self-portrait, featuring a hat. This simple, yet expressive sketch offers insight into Israels' creative process and the way he explored the human form through informal studies. The sketch highlights his mastery of capturing individual features with a few precise lines. The piece exemplifies his ability to express character and emotion with economy of means.