This is a bust of Karl Marx, the German philosopher. The deeply carved lines of his forehead, the cascading fullness of his beard, and the heavy drape of his garments all work together to suggest not only a man, but the immensity of his ideas. His downward gaze carries an introspective stillness, as though turned inward toward visions of history, struggle, and possibility.

The contrast of sharp creases against soft flowing hair gives the piece a rhythm of severity and humanity. The strong planes of the face, set in shadow and light, echo the duality of his thought. Resting on a simple pedestal, the work transcends portraiture, becoming instead a meditation on intellect, conflict, and enduring influence.