Mannenkoppen met verschillende hoofddeksels 1872 - 1878

Johannes Tavenraat's "Mannenkoppen met verschillende hoofddeksels" (1872-1878) is a collection of four graphite drawings depicting the heads and hats of men, housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artist utilizes a loose, expressive line to capture the distinct features and hairstyles of his subjects. Each head is presented in profile, allowing for a detailed study of the face and the way the hat interacts with the form of the head. These sketches, likely studies for a larger work, offer a glimpse into Tavenraat's artistic process and his interest in capturing the essence of his subjects through simple yet powerful means.