Self-Portrait with Hand on Forehead (Selbstbildnis mit der Hand an der Stirn)

About this work

This sketch shows a face turned slightly away, with a hand pressed against the forehead. The hair and lines are made of quick, scratchy strokes—almost like restless energy. The background is plain, letting the face and hand stand out. The artist used a sharp tool to carve into metal, then inked it to make this print. The dry, dark lines feel urgent, like they were drawn fast. Next, check out etching, drypoint, aquatint to see how artists make prints like this.