Staande man met hoge muts en armen op de rug 1779

This etching, "Staande man met hoge muts en armen op de rug," by Jean-Pierre Norblin de la Gourdaine, dates back to 1779 and is a mere 27 mm in height and 17 mm in width. It is a minimalist portrayal of a man, rendered in a simple yet detailed style, capturing the figure's form and gesture in a single moment. The etching is a testament to the artist's mastery of line and shadow, creating a sense of depth and volume within the miniature format. The man's pose and attire suggest he could be a figure of the time, highlighting the artistic focus on everyday life of the era.