Bovenste helft van een schets van een staande soldaat 1708 - 1781

"Bovenste helft van een schets van een staande soldaat" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Pieter Idserts, dating from between 1708 and 1781. The drawing depicts the upper portion of a standing soldier, likely a study for a larger composition. Idserts was known for his portraits and military scenes, and this sketch exemplifies his meticulous attention to detail and the use of light and shadow in depicting the soldier's form. The drawing's small size, measuring 149 mm in height and 188 mm in width, suggests it was likely a personal study. The faint lines and delicate shading indicate Idserts's adept skill in capturing the essence of the subject in a preliminary sketch.