Kop en profil c. 1935 - 1940

"Kop en profil" (Head in profile), created by Dutch artist Leo Gestel between 1935 and 1940, is a pencil sketch of a single, human head viewed from the side. It exemplifies Gestel's signature style, known for its simplified lines and expressive depiction of form. The sketch's simplicity and intimate scale create a sense of directness and immediacy, highlighting the artist's keen observation of the human subject. This drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, stands as a testament to Gestel's mastery of capturing the essence of a subject through minimal means.