Twee schetsen van mannenhoofden 1844

"Twee schetsen van mannenhoofden" is a graphite sketch on paper by Georgius Jacobus Johannes van Os, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and animal paintings, who produced this work in 1844. This small sketch depicts two men's profiles, one of which is more detailed and appears to be in focus, while the other is more vague and seems like an afterthought, possibly a study for a larger painting. This work exemplifies the quick and expressive nature of sketches, often used by artists to capture fleeting moments of inspiration. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.