Mannenhoofd en een jonge man met een kist c. 1873

"Mannenhoofd en een jonge man met een kist" (c. 1873) is a pencil drawing by Cornelis Springer, a Dutch artist known for his realist style. This work, now in the Rijksmuseum, captures a moment of observation, featuring a detailed study of a young man's pose as he holds a box. The artist's focus on the figure's anatomy is evident in the precise lines that define the contours of the body. A detached head in the upper left corner adds a sense of fragmentation, hinting at the artist's exploration of the human form. This sketch, a study of the human figure, exemplifies Springer's contribution to the development of realism in Dutch art.