Vrouw in een gedrapeerde japon 1710 - 1772

This red chalk drawing by Petrus Johannes van Reysschoot, created sometime between 1710 and 1772, depicts a woman in a draped gown. The artist, a skilled draftsman, captured the subtle folds and textures of the fabric with a delicate touch. While the subject's face is rendered with a sense of life, the overall composition focuses on the form and movement of the gown, highlighting the elegance of the Rococo style. This drawing is an example of the artist's talent for capturing the beauty of the human form and the intricacies of clothing.