Staande man met lendendoek 1500 - 1600

"Staande man met lendendoek" (Standing Man with a loincloth), a pen drawing by Erhard Schön from the early 16th century, portrays a nude male figure with a cloth draped around his waist. This detailed study of the human form is a testament to Schön's mastery of drawing, evident in the precise hatching and meticulous detail of the figure's anatomy. This artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the Renaissance interest in classical antiquity and the human body. The small size of the drawing, measuring only 165mm by 55mm, underscores its intimate character, highlighting the artist's focus on careful observation and refined execution.