Standing Man with a Stick, Facing Left c. 1629 - 1630
rembrandtvanrijn
light pencil work
quirky sketch
pen sketch
pencil sketch
personal sketchbook
ink drawing experimentation
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storyboard and sketchbook work
sketchbook art
"Standing Man with a Stick, Facing Left" is a black chalk drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn, dated c. 1629-1630. This study, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's early mastery of capturing the human form. The figure, seen from behind, is rendered with meticulous detail, emphasizing the folds of the man's clothing and the curve of his back. This drawing exemplifies Rembrandt's characteristic use of hatching and cross-hatching, creating a sense of depth and volume. The artist's interest in depicting the human condition is evident in this simple yet evocative depiction of an elderly man.
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Already early on in his career, Rembrandt enjoyed observing attentively and drawing the characters he happened upon in the street. Moreover, he was exceedingly skilful in the use of black chalk. He captured the pose and frame of mind of these three down-at-the-heels men with deft lines. He corrected the contours in areas with the sharpest point of his chalk.
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