Old Man 1922

"Old Man," created in 1922 by Hungarian artist Géza Bene, is a striking charcoal drawing that captures the essence of age and wisdom. The work depicts an elderly man with a long beard, seated and holding a walking stick. Bene's masterful use of hatching creates a sense of depth and texture, highlighting the lines on the man's face and the wrinkles in his clothing. The shadowy background further emphasizes the figure, drawing the viewer's eye to the old man's contemplative gaze. The work is currently housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art.