Man Seated on the Ground, Writing 1600 - 1700

This anonymous 17th-century drawing, "Man Seated on the Ground, Writing," is a study of a figure in a seated position. The artist utilizes a loose, gestural style, capturing the movement of the figure's draped garments and the weight of their body. The drawing is executed in black chalk on a brown paper, creating a subtle contrast between the figure and the background. It's a testament to the artist's skill in depicting human form with economy of line and an emphasis on capturing the essence of the moment. This intimate drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers insight into the artistic practices of the period and the enduring power of the human form in art.