The artwork under consideration is entitled “Head of a Young Man,” created by Vincent van Gogh around the year 1885 in Nunen (Nuenen), Netherlands. Executed with pencil on paper, this portrait belongs to the Realism movement and is held at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In this pencil drawing, Vincent van Gogh captures the profile of a young man with striking precision and attention to detail. The subject is rendered with a contemplative expression, his gaze directed towards the right. He wears a simple cap and the texture of his garment is meticulously sketched, demonstrating van Gogh’s skillful handling of lines and shading. The austere, textured background draws the viewer’s focus wholly onto the young man’s visage, highlighting the subtle nuances of his facial features and attire. This portrait exudes a quiet introspection and stands as a testament to van Gogh’s profound ability to convey human emotion and character through minimalist means.
