Anatomische studie van een staande man 1616 - 1657

"Anatomische studie van een staande man" is an etching by Paulus Pontius, a prominent Dutch printmaker, created between 1616 and 1657. This anatomical study, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's keen observation of the human form. The detailed depiction of the muscles and tendons, particularly in the legs, highlights the influence of anatomical studies on Renaissance and Baroque art. This detailed engraving served as a guide for artists and anatomists during this period.