Head of a Woman
- Artist
- Vincent van Gogh
- Date
- c.1885 ; Nunen \/ Nuenen , Netherlands
- Style
- Realism
- Genre
- Portrait
- Location
- Van Gogh Museum
Vincent van Gogh's Head of a Woman (c.1885, Nunen/Nuenen, Netherlands) exemplifies his evolving mastery in portraiture art. Rendered on paper, the drawing employs expressive ink lines that emphasize both realism and emotional depth. Van Gogh's approach reflects a focus on Realism, capturing the subject's personality and inner life with spare yet powerful strokes. This work demonstrates his skill in draftsmanship, highlighting his journey towards a distinctive style that balances natural representation with expressive detail.
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