Portret van Hardy c. 1882 - 1884

adolphevarin

portrait

pencil drawn

light pencil work

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

This portrait of Hardy, drawn by Adolphe Varin around 1882-1884, is a detailed pencil drawing depicting the subject in profile view. The subject is wearing a hat and looking to the right, with a textured background. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom right corner. This artwork showcases Varin's skill in capturing likeness through precise lines and subtle shading. It is a testament to the enduring importance of portraiture in art history.