Koppen van drijvers 1840 - 1880

"Koppen van drijvers" is a collection of five quick sketches by Johannes Tavenraat, a Dutch artist known for his depictions of everyday life. Created between 1840 and 1880, the pen and ink drawing portrays the heads of five individuals, likely commoners, with a focus on their distinctive features and expressions. This type of study, known as a character study, was common practice for artists seeking to capture the essence of their subjects. The work is held at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, and its small scale emphasizes the intimate nature of the artist’s observation.