Portret van een jongeman, in driekwart naar rechts before 1699

This anonymous portrait drawing, dating from before 1699, depicts a young man with a gentle smile and a hint of mischief in his eyes. The artist captured the subject's likeness with precise detail, using subtle shading to render the volume of the face and the texture of the hair. The portrait is a testament to the skill of the anonymous artist and offers a glimpse into the fashions and expressions of the period. The drawing is a fine example of the portraiture genre and is a compelling visual record of a life lived.