Head of a Man in Oriental Turban
Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione
1650
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione
1650
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a man’s face in profile, wearing a turban wrapped tightly around his head. His beard and hair are drawn with quick, swirling lines, giving them texture. The background is mostly empty, letting the face stand out. The name "Castiglione Genovese" is scrawled in the top corner—maybe a note about the person or the artist. The lines are loose and energetic, like the artist was working fast. Next, check out Baroque to see how this style’s drama and movement fit here.
