Man met een boekje 1658 - 1677

"Man met een boekje" (Man with a Book), a 17th-century etching by Dutch artist Wallerant Vaillant, depicts a man engrossed in reading a book. The close-up portrait style focuses on the man’s face and hand, showcasing Vaillant’s skill in capturing detail. The artwork, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of Dutch realism and the intimate portrait genre, emphasizing the subject's contemplative nature.