Liggende man 1840 - 1880

"Liggende man" is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat, created between 1840 and 1880. The drawing depicts a man lying on his back, viewed from above, with his legs slightly bent. The loose, gestural lines convey a sense of spontaneity and immediacy, characteristic of Tavenraat's style. The drawing is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, and serves as a valuable insight into the artist's approach to human figure studies. This study is a fine example of figure drawing and a testament to Tavenraat's skill.