Hoofd van oude man met baard 1732 - 1776

This drawing, titled "Hoofd van oude man met baard" (Head of an Old Man with a Beard) by Gilles Demarteau, was created between 1732 and 1776. The artwork depicts a close-up portrait of an elderly man, captured in profile, with a focus on his detailed features. The artist utilizes a combination of black and red chalk to render the subject, showcasing the texture of his skin and beard. This piece exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing the essence of human expression and age, making it a powerful and insightful study of human likeness.