Portret van de zoon van Jan de Bray Possibly 1661 - 1665

This pencil drawing, "Portret van de zoon van Jan de Bray," is a delicate study by Dutch artist Jan de Bray, created sometime between 1661 and 1665. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, features a detailed portrait of a young boy, possibly the artist's son, in a seated pose, holding a small book. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the subtle rendering of the boy's clothing and the composition of the piece, highlighting the emerging talent of a young artist. The work exemplifies the artistic techniques of the Dutch Golden Age, emphasizing realism and nuanced portrayal of individual subjects.