Three angel heads 

Jacob de Wit's "Three Angel Heads," is a drawing featuring delicate pastel hues and soft, diffused light, evoking a sense of ethereal serenity. The composition centers on three cherubic faces, each subtly distinct, yet harmoniously interconnected through their arrangement and shared light source. Note how the artist uses line and shadow to define the plump cheeks and curly hair, creating a palpable sense of volume and texture. De Wit masterfully employs the technique of sfumato, blurring the edges to lend an almost dreamlike quality to the figures. The pastel medium itself contributes to the artwork's overall meaning. The powdery pigments allow for a nuanced gradation of tone, creating an atmosphere of gentle spirituality. This choice of medium aligns with the broader artistic concerns of the period, where artists sought to capture fleeting moments of beauty and emotional resonance. De Wit invites us to contemplate the transient nature of beauty and the intangible realm of the divine.