The artwork titled “Head of a Man” was created by Vincent van Gogh in 1886. It belongs to the Post-Impressionism art movement and is categorized as a sketch and study. The artwork is housed in the Van Gogh Museum located in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The artwork depicts a man with a somber and introspective expression, rendered in a sketchy and somewhat abstract manner. The use of heavy shading and cross-hatching techniques highlights the subject’s facial features, giving a sense of depth and texture to the composition. The background remains dark and indistinct, bringing the viewer’s focus entirely to the figure’s face and upper torso. The man’s formal attire, indicated by the high collar and bow tie, contrasts with the rough and spontaneous style of the sketch, exemplifying van Gogh’s unique approach to portraiture during this period.
