Oude man met baard en hoed met veren, zijn armen voor zich gekruist 1833 - 1891

This etching, *Oude man met baard en hoed met veren, zijn armen voor zich gekruist*, was created by Théodule Ribot. The somber figure emerges from a background articulated through vertical lines, suggesting a confined space. Ribot masterfully uses shadow and light to model the figure, focusing our attention on the old man’s face, beard, and the feathered hat. The etching is dominated by dark tones, which create a solemn, almost melancholic mood. Ribot’s structural approach is evident in how he reduces the figure to essential forms, using light to define volume and texture. The crossed arms and downturned gaze add to the sense of introspection. There's a delicate balance between detail and abstraction, typical of Ribot’s style. The textures are rendered with a simplicity that adds depth to the man’s character, a formal choice that allows the viewer to engage emotionally.