Profile Bust of a Man c. 1870s

This delicate pencil sketch, "Profile Bust of a Man", is a work by the renowned French Post-Impressionist artist Paul Gauguin, dating back to the 1870s. Executed with a light touch, the drawing captures the profile of an unidentified man, suggesting the artist's interest in capturing human likeness and exploring the nuances of individual features. While a quick study, Gauguin's skillful use of line and shading creates a sense of volume and depth, revealing his keen observational abilities even in this early stage of his artistic career.