Figuren en kostuums c. 1840 - 1843

"Figuren en kostuums" (Figures and Costumes), a c. 1840-1843 pencil sketch by Dutch artist Sybrand Altmann, is a preliminary study for a larger painting. This drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Altmann's meticulous attention to detail in capturing the form and drapery of his subjects. The delicate lines and light strokes evoke a sense of movement and suggest the artist's keen observation of human anatomy and clothing.