Graphite drawing titled 'Portrait of an Elderly Man with Pipe' by Max Windnman

This detailed graphite drawing dates from the late 19th or early 20th century, depicting an elderly bearded man wearing a traditional hat and smoking a pipe. The artist, Max Windnman, has captured the weathered features of his subject with remarkable precision, suggesting this may be a study of a rural character or possibly a portrait of Prince Regent Luitpold of Bavaria, who was often depicted with similar features. Such character studies were popular during this period as artists sought to capture the essence of rural life and traditional figures. Collectors of historical portraiture and folk art particularly value these works for their technical skill and cultural documentation of bygone eras. The detailed rendering of the subject's weathered features and contemplative expression makes it an appealing piece for those interested in traditional portraiture and European cultural history.