Proportiestudies van mannenhoofden 1747

"Proportiestudies van mannenhoofden" (1747) by Dutch artist Jan Punt (1711-1779) is a drawing that showcases the artist's keen interest in anatomical study. This work, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts six male heads, each enclosed within a grid, demonstrating Punt's exploration of human proportions. This study in the "golden ratio" was popular during the Renaissance and was a useful tool for artists to create lifelike depictions. The detailed rendering and meticulous use of grid lines highlight the precision and scientific approach to art that was typical of the 18th century.