Zeven studies van hoofden 1819 - 1881

"Zeven studies van hoofden" (Seven Studies of Heads) is a drawing by Johannes Tavenraat, a Dutch artist known for his caricatures and portraits. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts seven distinct faces in profile, rendered in quick, expressive lines. The heads appear to be sketches for a larger work, with varying levels of detail and a sense of spontaneity. The piece exemplifies Tavenraat's talent for capturing personality and character in a single stroke, demonstrating his observational skills and interest in human expression.