Kop met hoed 1840 - 1880

"Kop met hoed" (Head with Hat) is a pen-and-ink drawing by Johannes Tavenraat, a Dutch artist known for his portraits and landscapes. Created between 1840 and 1880, the piece showcases Tavenraat's masterful use of line to capture the essence of his subject, a man with a large, intricately detailed hat. The drawing's delicate lines and minimal shading convey a sense of realism while suggesting the artist's quick, expressive hand. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, the small-scale work, measuring only 70 mm in height and 67 mm in width, demonstrates Tavenraat's ability to create a compelling portrait within a confined space.