Head of a Warrior 1816

"Head of a Warrior" is a graphite drawing by French artist comte de Charles Philibert Lasteyrie du Saillant, dated 1816. It is a profile portrait of a warrior, likely depicted in Roman style, wearing a helmet and with long hair. This drawing, currently located at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Lasteyrie du Saillant's skill in capturing detail and conveying the strength and dignity of his subject. The artist was active during the Neoclassical period and this work embodies the revival of interest in classical art and aesthetics.