Salomon de Bray (formerly Jan van Goyen)

About this work

This sketch shows a side view of a man’s face and hat. The hat has a wide brim and sits low over his forehead. His beard is short, and his ears stick out slightly. The drawing is loose and sketchy, with quick lines and some red-orange shading on his cheeks and neck. The artist used a mix of chalk and ink, blending rough lines with small touches of color. This style makes the portrait feel quick and lively, almost like a snapshot. Next, check out the technique: cross-hatching to see how artists build shadows with layers of lines.