Man met gesloten ogen 1828

"Man met gesloten ogen" is a small-scale (80 mm x 71 mm) pencil drawing created by Dutch artist Anthonie Willem Hendrik Nolthenius de Man in 1828. The work depicts a man with closed eyes, rendered in delicate detail, giving a sense of intimacy. The artist, known for his portraits and landscapes, uses subtle shading to capture the subject's somber expression, creating a melancholic mood. The drawing, executed in the style of Neoclassicism, offers a glimpse into the artist's exploration of human emotions and his mastery of pencil technique.