Tekenles op een academie 1774 - 1833

"Tekenles op een academie" (Drawing Lesson at an Academy) is a watercolor painting by Jacob Smies, depicting a scene of students sketching from a nude model in a studio setting. Created between 1774 and 1833, the artwork showcases the artist's meticulous attention to detail, capturing the various postures and expressions of the students as they observe and render the model. The painting is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the art education practices of the 18th century.