Curly-Headed Man with a Wry Mouth
1635
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1635
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching is a portrait of a man with curly hair and a wry mouth. He's wearing a loose-fitting shirt with a high collar. The artist used bold lines and shading to create a sense of depth and texture. The man's expression is interesting - it's not quite a smile, but it's not a frown either. It's like he's thinking about something, but you're not sure what. If you like this kind of detailed, expressive portrait, you might want to check out more works from the Baroque movement.
