Study of a Standing Duck Hunter, Leaning on his Gun before 1620

This preparatory drawing, completed before 1620, is by Dutch Golden Age artist Hendrick Avercamp. It depicts a standing duck hunter, leaning on his gun, with his left arm bent, and a possible sketch of a dog to the left of the hunter. This drawing is an example of Avercamp’s signature style and his mastery of capturing the details of everyday life, even in a preparatory sketch. The piece, like many of Avercamp’s works, displays a keen interest in the landscapes and people of the Netherlands. It currently resides at the Rijksmuseum.