Bust of a Man in a Hat Gazing Upward 1473 - 1493

Martin Schongauer's "Bust of a Man in a Hat Gazing Upward" (1473-1493) is a pen and ink drawing housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The artwork depicts the head and shoulders of a man, looking upward, wearing a fur-trimmed garment and a wide-brimmed hat. Schongauer was a German painter, sculptor, and printmaker known for his meticulous detail and realistic portrayal of human figures. His work, often featuring religious themes, was influential in the development of Northern Renaissance art. This small drawing exemplifies Schongauer's mastery of line and his ability to capture the individual character of his subject.