Head of a Man Facing Left 

This charcoal drawing by Alphonse Legros, a prominent figure in the Realist movement, depicts a close-up view of a man's head. The subject's face is rendered with stark realism, emphasizing the wrinkles and lines of aging. The artist's use of expressive, hatched lines and dramatic shadows adds depth and texture to the portrait, creating a powerful and intimate study of the human form. The image evokes a sense of melancholy and contemplation, reflecting the artist's interest in depicting the everyday lives of ordinary people.