The artwork titled “Head of a Man (Possibly Theo van Gogh),” created by Vincent van Gogh in 1887 in Paris, France, is a chalk and charcoal drawing on paper, representative of the Post-Impressionism movement and classified under the genre of sketch and study. This piece is currently housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The artwork depicts the profile of a man with distinct facial features, highlighted by the skilled use of chalk and charcoal. The strokes are expressive, with the lines adding depth and texture to the man’s hair and mustache. The background features dense, diagonal hatching, providing contrast and emphasizing the figure’s profile. The detailed study showcases Van Gogh’s mastery in capturing the essence and character of his subjects, indicative of his unique style and keen observational skills.
