Head of a bearded man wearing a turban 1650s

This drawing, *Head of a bearded man wearing a turban*, is a work by the Italian Baroque artist Salvator Rosa, created in the 1650s. Rosa is known for his dramatic landscapes, genre scenes, and portraits, often depicting figures with expressive features and a hint of melancholy. This work, a charcoal drawing, showcases Rosa's masterful use of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and volume in the subject's face. The man's piercing gaze and stoic expression add to the overall sense of mystery and intrigue in the composition.