Study of a seated man, one hand resting inside his jacket (recto); Unfinished study on a seated man (verso) 1650 - 1664

This charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Cornelis Bega depicts a seated man with his hand resting inside his jacket. The figure is realistically rendered in a casual pose, characteristic of Bega's style. The artwork, dated between 1650 and 1664, exemplifies the artist's practice of creating studies for larger compositions. This piece, now located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Bega's talent for capturing the human form with meticulous detail. The drawing serves as a testament to the artist's commitment to observing and capturing the nuances of everyday life.