Halvtliggende, draperet kvindeskikkelse med en bog. Studie af en fod 1671 - 1738

"Halvtliggende, draperet kvindeskikkelse med en bog. Studie af en fod" (Half-reclining draped female figure with a book. Study of a foot) is a graphite drawing on paper by Danish artist Hendrik Krock. The drawing, created between 1671 and 1738, depicts a female figure in a reclining pose with a book in her hand. Krock's skillful use of hatching and shading provides a sense of volume and form, highlighting the anatomical details of the figure and the draping fabric. The addition of a separate study of a foot in the composition showcases Krock's keen interest in anatomical accuracy and his meticulous approach to artistic practice. This drawing is a prime example of academic figure studies popular during the Baroque period, providing a glimpse into the artist's creative process and his mastery of the human form.