Mannenkop met gesloten ogen 1759

"Mannenkop met gesloten ogen" (Head of a Man with Closed Eyes), a 1759 etching by Danish artist Christian Bernhard Rode, depicts a close-up of a bearded man with his eyes shut. The piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a striking example of Rode's skill in capturing detailed expressions through the use of hatching and cross-hatching. The man's furrowed brow and tightly closed eyes suggest a moment of deep thought or contemplation, inviting viewers to consider the emotions behind the subject's expression. The piece showcases Rode's mastery of the etching technique, a skill that allowed him to achieve intricate detail and a realistic depiction of the subject.