Fries met putti 1778 - 1838

Anthonie van den Bos's "Fries met putti" (1778-1838) is a delicate black and white drawing depicting five cherubic figures playfully interacting with a wreath and a bust. The cherubs are depicted in a naturalistic style, with their bodies rendered with soft, rounded forms. The bust, set in a circular frame, adds an air of classical grandeur to the composition. The drawing's small dimensions (70 mm x 188 mm) and its delicate lines suggest a study or preparatory work for a larger project, highlighting the artist's keen attention to detail and mastery of form. "Fries met putti" is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.