Handpalm en vingers 1710 - 1772

"Handpalm en vingers" is a red chalk drawing on paper by Dutch artist Petrus Johannes van Reysschoot created between 1710 and 1772. This study focuses on the human hand, a common subject for artists of the period, as it demonstrates the artist's skill in capturing anatomical detail and movement. The drawing shows a hand in a contorted pose, perhaps a gesture from a larger composition. Van Reysschoot's work is often characterized by its meticulousness and realism, and this drawing exemplifies his approach to capturing the complexities of the human form.