A Man with a Large Beard and a Low Fur Cap 1631

Rembrandt van Rijn's etching, "A Man with a Large Beard and a Low Fur Cap," was created in 1631, during the artist's early career. The small, intimate portrait captures the essence of its subject through delicate lines and subtle shading. The man's weathered face and thick beard are rendered with realism, revealing the passage of time and a life of experience. The etching's simplicity and focus on the subject's character make it a powerful example of Rembrandt's mastery of the medium.