Head of a Man in Three-Quarter Profile 1522

"Head of a Man in Three-Quarter Profile," a 1522 engraving by Frans Crabbe van Espleghem, portrays a detailed close-up of a man's face, in a three-quarter profile view. The subject's dark complexion, ornate earring, and intricately detailed collar suggest a captivating, and perhaps, exotic subject. This print, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, exemplifies the meticulous detail and skillful use of line that characterized Crabbe's graphic work. The artwork's small dimensions, 4 1/16 x 2 13/16 in. (10.3 x 7.1 cm), highlight the precision and focus placed on the human form.