Studieblad met gezichten en figuren 1844 - 1896

This etching, *Studie blad met gezichten en figuren* (Study sheet with faces and figures), was created by Dutch artist Willem de Famars Testas in the late 19th century. The small-scale print features a series of four individual portraits in various poses, including a man smoking a pipe, a woman with a large ruff, and two men in hats. The quick, gestural lines typical of etching are employed to create a sense of spontaneity and immediacy. These studies were likely used by the artist to practice drawing and explore different facial expressions and poses.