Hoofd en lippen van een Afrikaanse man c. 1916 - 1945

"Hoofd en lippen van een Afrikaanse man" (Head and Lips of an African Man) is a pencil drawing on paper created by Dutch artist Reijer Stolk between 1916 and 1945. Currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, the artwork portrays a close-up view of a person's face, focusing solely on the eyes, nose and lips, highlighting the subtle nuances of facial features. Stolk, known for his observational skills and meticulous detail, uses simple lines to create a sense of realism, making the drawing a fascinating study of human anatomy and visual perception. This piece, a part of Stolk’s wider body of work, exemplifies his artistic interest in exploring and depicting the complexities of human form.