Man op zijn elleboog leunend 1728 - 1789

Jacob Hoolaart’s etching "Man op zijn elleboog leunend" (1728-1789) depicts a man in a hat, sitting with his elbow resting on a table. The man appears to be in deep thought, perhaps lost in contemplation. Hoolaart was known for his portraits and genre scenes, and this etching is a good example of his ability to capture the human form and express a sense of inner life. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and volume in the figure. This print, measuring 63 mm in height and 48 mm in width, offers a glimpse into the work of an accomplished 18th-century Dutch artist.