Head of a Young Man
1881
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1881
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a young man’s face in profile, turned slightly toward us. His hair is wild and tangled, drawn with quick, loose lines. A hat sits low on his head, and his collar is simple, almost rough. The paper is light, and the lines vary from dark to faint, giving a sense of depth. The text below names the artist—Hubert von Herkomer—and hints at an old art show. The style mixes quick strokes with some smooth shading, like sketching fast but adding detail later. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this sketch in person.
