Head of a Man c. early 1620s

Jusepe de Ribera's *Head of a Man*, created around the early 1620s, is a striking red chalk drawing. The study, rendered in profile, depicts a man with a prominent nose and a weathered face, captured with masterful detail and expressive lines. Ribera's skill as a draftsman is evident in the nuanced shading that gives the figure a three-dimensional quality. This drawing, likely a preparatory study for a larger painting, is a testament to Ribera's mastery of realism and his ability to convey emotion through subtle gestures.