Lezende jongen 1658 - 1750

"Lezende jongen" (Reading Boy) is an anonymous etching, created between 1658 and 1750 and now housed at the Rijksmuseum. The etching depicts a young man with long, curly hair, engrossed in a book. The subject's posture, with one hand resting on the book and the other propping his head, suggests both concentration and a moment of reflection. The image is characterized by its chiaroscuro effect, creating a sense of depth and highlighting the subject's thoughtful expression.