Two Studies of Heads, Self-Portraits 1661

"Two Studies of Heads, Self-Portraits" is a charcoal drawing by Moses ter Borch, created in 1661. This artwork is considered a study, focusing on the artist's self-portrait. The two heads, rendered in meticulous detail, showcase the artist's mastery of form and light. The use of charcoal creates subtle shading, enhancing the volumetric quality of the faces and contributing to the realistic depiction of the artist's features. It provides insight into Ter Borch's artistic process, revealing the artist's exploration of self-representation through focused study.