Kopf des Hamlet aus _Hamlet und Horatio_ c. 1868

"Kopf des Hamlet aus _Hamlet und Horatio_," a charcoal drawing by Victor Müller, showcases the profile of Shakespeare's Hamlet, the melancholic prince, in dramatic detail. Created in 1868, the piece is a study for a larger composition, featuring the titular characters from Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Müller's use of charcoal captures the depth and intensity of Hamlet's expression, highlighting the character's internal struggles and making it a captivating study in theatrical portraiture. This piece is now part of the Städel Museum's collection.