Half-Length of Man with White Beard 1774 - 1789

"Half-Length of Man with White Beard" is an etching created by Jean-Pierre Norblin de la Gourdaine between 1774 and 1789. The print depicts a man with a long white beard, his hands clasped in his lap. The composition is simple, with the man's head and shoulders filling most of the frame. The etching is characterized by its delicate lines and use of shading, which create a sense of depth and realism. The artwork is currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. This etching is an example of Norblin de la Gourdaine's skill in capturing the likeness of his subjects, in this case, a man of considerable age.