Vrouwelijk naakt, vooraanzicht en rugaanzicht c. 1645 - 1706

This anonymous 17th-century etching, *Vrouwelijk naakt, vooraanzicht en rugaanzicht*, depicts a female nude figure from both the front and back. The work, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, likely served as a study for artists, showcasing the human form with anatomical accuracy. The artist's meticulous detail in the figure's musculature and proportions highlights the artistic interest in the scientific study of the body during the period. The work's simplicity and focus on anatomical precision reflects the evolving artistic trends of the 17th century, moving towards realism and observation.