Head of a Man in a Cap
1550
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1550
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a man’s face in profile, wearing a cap. The lines are loose and quick, with a warm orange-brown background that makes the drawing stand out. You can see his hair, beard, and the shape of his cap clearly, but the details are rough. The artist focused on the shape of the head and cap rather than perfect lines. This style was common in Renaissance sketches, where artists often drew quickly to capture ideas. Try looking up sfumato next to see how artists used soft blending like this.
