Gående skægløs mand set skråt bagfra 1582

Melchior Lorck's "Gående skægløs mand set skråt bagfra" is a woodcut from 1582 depicting a man in a long robe and turban, seen from behind, with a small eye at the top of a column to his right. The figure is likely based on a real person. The style of the artwork reflects the common artistic practice of the time, where portraits and figures were often depicted in a simple, realistic style. Woodcuts, like this one, were often used for illustrations in books and pamphlets. The artist Melchior Lorck, a renowned artist of the 16th century, is known for his detailed and precise drawings and engravings.