Herme, met kop van een bekranste, glimlachende grijsaard 1762 - 1777

Etienne de Lavallée-Poussin's "Herme, met kop van een bekranste, glimlachende grijsaard," created between 1762 and 1777, depicts a bust of an elderly man on a plinth. The man's head is adorned with a laurel wreath and a subtle smile. This drawing, held by the Rijksmuseum, is a delicate example of Lavallée-Poussin's meticulous style, showcasing his interest in classical motifs and his skillful rendering of light and shadow. The artwork is a captivating study of aging and wisdom, framed by the artist's meticulous approach to detail.