Hendrickje Sleeping 1654

"Hendrickje Sleeping" is a drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn, dating back to 1654. It depicts his common-law wife Hendrickje Stoffels, who is the subject of numerous works by the artist. The loose, gestural brushstrokes and the use of brown ink create a sense of spontaneity and intimacy in the depiction of Hendrickje. The work captures a moment of sleep, highlighting Rembrandt's skill in capturing the human form and the natural world. The drawing is currently housed in the British Museum, London.