Acht maal het hoofd van de Venus de' Medici 1648 - 1671

"Acht maal het hoofd van de Venus de' Medici" (Eight times the head of the Venus de' Medici) is a series of eight detailed drawings of the famed Roman sculpture by Dutch artist Jan de Bisschop. Created between 1648 and 1671, this piece showcases the artist's meticulous study of form and light. The drawings, executed in brown wash, capture the Venus's head from various angles, highlighting the delicate features and intricate details of the classical sculpture. This work demonstrates de Bisschop's mastery of drawing as a means of both artistic expression and anatomical study.