Portret van Amit c. 1921

Willem Witsen's "Portret van Amit" is a charcoal drawing depicting a man wearing a turban. The artwork, created around 1921, is a study in realism and captures the subject's intense gaze with remarkable detail. Witsen, a Dutch artist, was known for his expressive depictions of people, often from the working class or marginalized communities. This portrait, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Witsen's mastery of capturing human character through subtle shading and meticulous linework, resulting in a powerful and intimate portrayal of his subject.