Het Gevoel 1683 - 1733

"Het Gevoel" (The Feeling) is a red chalk drawing by Dutch artist Bernard Picart, created sometime between 1683 and 1733. The work depicts a couple embracing, their bodies intertwined in a moment of intimacy. The composition is framed by an oval, suggesting a sense of privacy and closeness. The delicate lines and soft shading of Picart's hand create a sense of tenderness and vulnerability, making this drawing a touching portrayal of human emotion. It's currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.