Kop 1840 - 1880

"Kop" is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat (1809-1881). It depicts a close-up portrait of an elderly woman's head, in profile, with a large, exaggerated nose and an open mouth. The drawing is executed in a loose, expressive style and shows the artist's skill in capturing the character and essence of the sitter. This artwork is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, and is a great example of the artist's work in the 19th century.