Two Seated Old Men, One with a Globe c. 1650 - 1655

Willem Drost's "Two Seated Old Men, One with a Globe" (c. 1650-1655) is a pen and ink drawing depicting two men seated at a table. The man on the right appears to be using a compass or a tool for navigation while the man on the left is looking down at something on the table. This drawing showcases Drost's talent for capturing the essence of his subjects and their surroundings with precise linework and subtle shading. The piece is a fine example of Dutch Baroque art, and offers insight into the artist's skill and the everyday life of the era.