Portret van een staande onbekende man 1653 - 1706

This 17th-century red chalk drawing by Dutch artist Godfried Schalcken depicts a standing man with long, curly hair and elaborate clothing. The subject's face is obscured by the heavy shadow of his wig, revealing a sense of anonymity. The figure's pose and clothing suggest a person of high social standing, but his identity remains unknown. The drawing, which is housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of Schalcken's skill in capturing the subtleties of light and shadow, a technique he honed during his time in the studio of the renowned painter Gerard Dou.