Fluitspeler c. 1656 - 1657

"Fluitspeler" is a red chalk drawing by Moses ter Borch, a Dutch artist who lived from 1645 to 1667. This small-scale study, created between 1656 and 1657, depicts a seated figure playing a flute, showcasing the artist's keen observation of human form and gesture. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of volume and depth, highlighting the intricate details of the figure's pose and the instrument. Ter Borch's mastery of drawing is evident in this study, which serves as a preparatory sketch for a larger work. "Fluitspeler" is currently in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.