Twee vrouwenfiguren, zittend naar rechts 1600 - 1659

"Twee vrouwenfiguren, zittend naar rechts" (Two female figures seated to the right), is a black chalk drawing by French artist Simon Vouet, dating from between 1600-1659. The drawing is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This piece exemplifies Vouet's skill in rendering the human form, showcasing a delicate balance between realism and idealized beauty. The artist's use of cross-hatching and subtle shading creates a sense of volume and depth, giving the figures a tangible presence on the page. This study likely served as a preliminary sketch for a larger painting, illustrating the artist's process of developing composition and figure studies.