Twee handen die door boeken bladeren 1710 - 1772

This is a study of two hands by Dutch artist Petrus Johannes van Reysschoot, created between 1710 and 1772. The drawing uses red chalk and depicts two hands in a delicate and detailed manner, capturing the subtle movements of the fingers as they appear to be turning pages. This type of study, known as a "figure study", was a common practice among artists in the 18th century, used to develop their understanding of anatomy and movement.