Hand die een vel of boek vasthoudt 1710 - 1772

"Hand die een vel of boek vasthoudt" (Hand Holding a Sheet of Paper or Book) is a study of a hand drawn in red chalk by Dutch artist Petrus Johannes van Reysschoot between 1710 and 1772. The drawing, which is part of a sketchbook, depicts a hand holding a flat surface, possibly a sheet of paper or a book. The artist's detailed attention to the anatomy of the hand and the subtle shading used to create depth and form demonstrate his mastery of drawing. This study is a testament to van Reysschoot's dedication to realism and his interest in the human figure.