Seated Woman with a Book in her Lap c. 1654 - 1658

"Seated Woman with a Book in her Lap" is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Cornelis Visscher, created around 1654-1658. The drawing depicts a woman in a simple dress, seated in a chair with her hands clasped on a book resting in her lap. The woman's gaze is slightly downcast, creating a sense of introspective contemplation. Visscher's mastery of shading and detail is evident in the subtle rendering of the woman's features and clothing, as well as the delicate folds of the book. This artwork is a fine example of Visscher's talent for capturing the nuances of human expression and the quiet moments of everyday life. Currently, the drawing is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection in Amsterdam.