Old Man Seen from Behind, Profile Right: Half-Figure c. 1629

"Old Man Seen from Behind, Profile Right: Half-Figure" is an etching by Rembrandt van Rijn created around 1629. The small-scale, detailed drawing, which showcases Rembrandt's signature use of cross-hatching, captures the profile of a man in a fur-trimmed cap looking off to the right. This etching exemplifies Rembrandt's early mastery of the art of portraiture, which he utilized to explore human emotion, character, and the complexities of life. It is currently housed in the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago.