Buste van man, naar links 1775 - 1833

"Buste van man, naar links" (Bust of a man, facing left) is a drawing by Dutch artist Jean Bernard, dating from between 1775 and 1833, and currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The artwork, measuring 172mm high and 162mm wide, depicts the bust of a man, seen in profile, in a simple, almost austere style. The drawing, executed in brown ink on paper, emphasizes the lines and contours of the man's face and hair, suggesting a sense of age and contemplation. The work exemplifies Bernard's talent for capturing the likeness of his subjects with precision and sensitivity.