Bildnis des Kölner Bildhauers Altenkirch 18 - 1823

"Bildnis des Kölner Bildhauers Altenkirch" (Portrait of the Cologne Sculptor Altenkirch) is a pencil drawing created by Nikolaus Hoff in 1823. The drawing depicts a bust-length portrait of a man, likely the sculptor Altenkirch, with a focused gaze and a subtle yet intricate rendering of his facial features. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and the use of shading contribute to the realistic and expressive qualities of the portrait, showcasing the skill of the German artist Nikolaus Hoff. This work, now housed in the Städel Museum, is a compelling example of 19th-century portraiture.