This arresting work is a study in texture and emotion. The artist utilises the deep range of charcoal to render the subject's features with photorealistic detail, contrasting the softness of the voluminous turban and shawl with the rugged strength of the beard. The eyes remain the focal point, reflecting the quiet resilience and profound wisdom that defines the portrait's namesake.
 
Charcoal on paper.
Size: 48cm (w) x 68cm (h)