Studieblad met diverse putti 1629

"Studie­blad met diverse putti" (1629) by Nicolaes Lauwers, a Dutch artist, is an etching depicting multiple putti (cherubic figures) in a variety of poses. This study sheet, currently at the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's detailed anatomical knowledge and draftsmanship skills. Lauwers meticulously rendered the putti's bodies, faces, and wings, capturing their youthful energy and innocence in a manner that served as a model for other artists. This work is a testament to the flourishing tradition of printmaking in the Dutch Golden Age.