Head of Executioner, from John Evelyn's Sculptura 1755

Richard Houston's "Head of Executioner" is an engraving from 1755, part of his series "Sculptura," which depicted various figures from the time. The image is a close-up portrait of a man in profile, rendered in grayscale with realistic detail. The man's head is turned to the left, his face shaded and his features emphasized, creating a sense of depth. The artist captures the subject's stern expression, suggesting his occupation, while the fabric of the turban adds a textural element to the artwork.