Portret van Gillis van Breen, tekenend of hout snijdend 1568 - 1617

"Portret van Gillis van Breen, tekenend of hout snijdend" (Portrait of Gillis van Breen, drawing or woodcarving), a pen and ink drawing by Hendrick Goltzius, depicts Gillis van Breen, a Dutch artist, in the act of creating art. The detailed hatching and cross-hatching in the drawing create a sense of depth and volume, emphasizing the texture of Van Breen's hair and the folds of his clothing. This intimate portrait, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artistic process of the 16th century.