Studienblatt_ Kopf und Hände eines Kleinkindes 1627

"Studienblatt_ Kopf und Hände eines Kleinkindes" (Study Sheet: Head and Hands of a Small Child) is a black chalk drawing by Flemish artist Cornelis de Vos, created in 1627. The work, currently held at the Städel Museum, features several detailed studies of a baby's head and hands from different angles. This study sheet exemplifies de Vos's meticulous attention to detail and his interest in capturing the nuances of human anatomy, particularly in childhood. The work provides insight into the artist's creative process and the development of his masterful portraiture.