Jean Dolent

About this work

This close-up portrait shows a man with a full white beard and curly hair. His face is mostly in shadow, with light catching his cheekbones and the curve of his mustache. The dark background makes his features stand out sharply. The artist used soft, smudged lines to create texture—especially in the beard and hair. This style makes the face look almost three-dimensional. If you like this look, check out lithography to see how artists use it to create similar effects.