Man met baal wol op zijn rug, van achteren Possibly 1652

"Man met baal wol op zijn rug, van achteren" (Man with a bale of wool on his back, from behind) is a pen and brown ink drawing on paper by Dutch Golden Age painter Harmen ter Borch. Dated 1652, the work captures a man in a simple pose, carrying a bale of wool on his back as he walks forward. Ter Borch is known for his detailed portraits and genre scenes, and this work showcases his talent for capturing movement and conveying a sense of realism. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, the drawing offers a glimpse into the daily life of 17th-century Dutch society.