Portret van een man, zittend 1739

This pencil sketch, titled "Portret van een man, zittend," is a work by Dutch artist Simon Fokke, created in 1739. The piece, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a man in a hat, sitting with his arms crossed. The artist’s simple yet expressive lines capture the sitter's likeness with remarkable detail, highlighting the subtle play of light and shadow. This intimate portrait exemplifies Fokke's talent for capturing individual character through understated means.