Studies van handen 1606 - 1657

"Studies van handen" (Studies of Hands) is a drawing created by Jacques Stella, a prominent French artist, between 1606 and 1657. This small-scale study, measuring only 69 mm in height and 110 mm in width, exemplifies Stella's meticulous attention to detail and his masterful use of line. The drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's keen interest in human anatomy, particularly the intricate movements and gestures of the hand. This study would have served as valuable preparatory work for larger-scale paintings, highlighting Stella's rigorous approach to his art.