Naakte vrouw zittend op een hemelbed bij een kaars 1696

This 1696 red chalk drawing by Hendrick van Beaumont depicts a nude woman seated on a bed, partially draped in a sheet. The scene is lit by a single candle, creating a dramatic and intimate atmosphere. The artist's use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of volume and depth, emphasizing the figure's soft contours. While the subject matter may be considered provocative, the drawing's delicate execution and subtle lighting suggest a sense of quiet contemplation rather than overt sensuality. The drawing is a prime example of van Beaumont's ability to capture the human form with both precision and sensitivity.