Soldaat zittend op een omgekeerde mand c. 1633 - 1634

"Soldaat zittend op een omgekeerde mand" (c. 1633-1634) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch Golden Age painter Gerard ter Borch. This work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Borch's masterful ability to capture the details of a single figure in a simple, yet expressive pose. The seated soldier, dressed in a detailed 17th-century costume, is rendered with a degree of naturalism, particularly noticeable in the careful depiction of the man's clothing, especially the intricate details of his shoes. This drawing is a prime example of Borch's skill in drawing and his interest in the portrayal of everyday life, a hallmark of Dutch genre painting.