Man Fishing and Man Reclining Against a Rock 1600 - 1700

This anonymous drawing from the 17th century depicts two figures in a landscape. One man sits on a rock, seemingly fishing, while the other reclines against a rock in the background. The artist's use of simple lines and shading creates a sense of movement and depth in the figures, suggesting a moment captured in time. The small size of the artwork and the delicate lines add to its intimate and personal quality. This drawing is a fine example of the genre of figure studies, common during this era. The Met Museum holds this drawing in their permanent collection.