Geleerde in zijn studie 1825 - 1882

This etching by Dutch artist Jacobus Ludovicus Cornet depicts a scholar engrossed in his studies. Created between 1825 and 1882, the artwork showcases a man seated at a table, surrounded by books and scholarly materials. The presence of a skull in the foreground evokes themes of mortality and the fleeting nature of life, contrasting with the scholar's pursuit of knowledge. Cornet's skilled use of light and shadow creates a dramatic atmosphere, highlighting the scholar's focused intensity. The work is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.