Staande Adam 1617

Gerard ter Borch's 1617 drawing, "Staande Adam," is a study of the human figure. The nude male subject, rendered in brown ink, stands with one hand resting on his chest and the other extended, creating a sense of tension and anticipation. The detailed anatomical study, likely created as a preparatory work for a larger painting, demonstrates ter Borch's masterful skill in capturing the nuances of the human form. It is now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the artist's contribution to Dutch Golden Age art.