Jongen die een vat boven zijn hoofd draagt Possibly 1649

This pen and wash drawing by Dutch Golden Age artist Harmen ter Borch, created around 1649, depicts a young man carrying a barrel over his head. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases ter Borch's ability to capture movement and anatomy with a sense of realism. The figure's pose and the barrel's weight are conveyed through the artist's skillful use of shading and line, providing a glimpse into the everyday life of a working-class individual during this period. The drawing is a testament to ter Borch's talent for observing and depicting the human form with remarkable accuracy.