Max Slevogt

About this work

This sketch shows a side view of a man with a full beard and glasses. His hair is curly and graying, and he’s wearing a high-collared shirt. The drawing is loose and quick, with lots of shading and some white highlights on his face and hair. The top of the image reads *"Max Slevogt, 50 Jahre Alt"*—meaning "Max Slevogt, 50 years old." The sketch was made in 1917 and looks like a working proof, meaning the artist might have used it to practice before finishing a final version. If you like this style, check out technique: drypoint next to see how artists create similar sketches.