Jongenskopje met hoed, driekwart naar links 1763 - 1833

Jordanus Hoorn made this delicate drawing in the late 18th or early 19th century, using graphite on paper. The soft, subtle shading captures the light on the boy's face and hat, creating a gentle, almost dreamlike quality. Notice how Hoorn uses line to define form, yet avoids harsh outlines. The parallel hatching in the background creates a sense of depth and focuses our attention on the subject. Compositionally, the boy's head is placed slightly off-center, drawing our eye across the image, engaging us in a visual dance around the page. The materiality of the graphite itself adds another layer to our interpretation. The grainy texture and the way it catches the light give the drawing a tactile quality, inviting us to consider the physical act of creation. This drawing functions not just as a representation, but as a meditation on line, light, and form.