Head of a Man II
Fernand Cormon ran a legendary Parisian art studio where future rebels like Van Gogh and Toulouse-Lautrec learned their craft, but this quiet sketch reveals his own academic precision. Titled 'Tête d’homme II', the portrait uses delicate, fading strokes to capture a young man's thoughtful gaze, leaving much of the page beautifully blank. It’s a charming glimpse into the draftsmanship of a teacher who shaped a generation of modern masters, contrasting sharply with the massive historical canvases he's famous for.