Buste van een oude man met een baard 1788 - 1811

This etching, titled "Buste van een oude man met een baard," was created by Dutch artist Dirk van der Toorn sometime between 1788 and 1811. The artwork features a detailed depiction of an elderly man with a beard, rendered with careful attention to the subtle nuances of his features. Van der Toorn's work often focused on capturing the expressive qualities of his subjects, making this piece a poignant example of his skill in portraiture. The etching, measuring 187 mm in height and 133 mm in width, exemplifies the artist's use of line and tone to create a sense of realism and depth.