Portret van Max Wilhelm Carl Weber 1876 - 1909

Ferdinand Hart Nibbrig rendered this portrait of Max Wilhelm Carl Weber using graphite on paper. The composition is dominated by the detailed rendering of Weber's features, with the artist's meticulous use of line and shading creating a palpable sense of depth and texture. Notice the way the graphite is layered to build up the beard and hair. It is through these subtle modulations that Nibbrig coveys a tangible sense of form. The contrast between the finely rendered facial details and the sketch-like quality of the suit suggests a conscious effort to draw attention to the sitter's intellect. The artist's formal treatment invites us to consider the relationship between representation and reality. By focusing on the material qualities of the drawing, Nibbrig encourages a dialogue about the nature of portraiture and the role of the artist in shaping our perception.