Achterste schutblad 1840

*Achterste schutblad* (Back Cover) is an 1840 drawing by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat (1809-1881). Currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, this work is an example of a *sketch* or *study*. It features a collection of handwritten notes on the back of a paper document, offering insight into Tavenraat's creative process and potential artistic inspirations. The notes, though not fully deciphered, provide clues about the artist's research and artistic development, highlighting the value of studying even seemingly mundane objects within an art historical context.