An Old Woman, and the Head of a Man c. 1650 - 1655

"An Old Woman, and the Head of a Man" is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Willem Drost, dating back to around 1650-1655. The small-scale work, measuring just 110 mm in height and 105 mm in width, depicts an elderly woman with a head covering and a man's head in the background. Drost, known for his masterful use of light and shadow, creates a sense of depth and volume in this intimate study, highlighting the expressive lines of the figures. This drawing, a testament to Drost's early talent, reflects the artist's fascination with human figures and his ability to capture their essence through a simple yet powerful drawing style.