Jac. van Looy Possibly 1896

This portrait of Jac. van Looy, a Dutch writer, was created by Jan Veth in 1896. The drawing, held in the Rijksmuseum, shows van Looy in a close-up view, with his hand holding a pipe. His spectacles and serious expression add to the realism of the portrait. The use of charcoal and the subtle shading create a sense of depth and texture, enhancing the realistic portrayal of the sitter.