Benen van een man before 1649

"Benen van een man" is a small drawing by Gerard ter Borch, a Dutch Golden Age painter known for his intimate genre scenes. It is a study of the legs of a man, possibly a self-portrait, drawn in black chalk on paper. This artwork is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, and it is a testament to Borch's skill in capturing anatomical detail and the subtle nuances of human form. The drawing, while incomplete, offers a glimpse into Borch's creative process, revealing the artist's meticulous attention to detail and his mastery of the drawing medium.