Zittend mannelijk naakt 1646 - 1672

"Zittend mannelijk naakt" is a red chalk drawing by Dutch artist Adriaen van de Velde, created between 1646 and 1672. This piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, features a seated male nude rendered in precise detail. Van de Velde's use of red chalk creates subtle shading and highlights the contours of the figure, capturing the anatomical structure of the body with remarkable accuracy. This study of the human form is a testament to Van de Velde's mastery of draftsmanship and his interest in the classical tradition.