Mannenkop 1728 - 1789

"Mannenkop" (1728-1789) is a small etching by Dutch artist Jacob Hoolaart (1713-1789). It portrays a man's head in profile, wearing a cap, with a contemplative expression. The etching, measuring just 29 mm in height and 23 mm in width, is a testament to Hoolaart's ability to capture human likeness with delicate detail. The artist, known for his portraiture and depictions of daily life, created this piece using the intaglio printing technique, where lines are etched into a metal plate before being inked and pressed onto paper.