Liggend mannelijk naakt 1680

This is a study of a reclining male nude drawn by Willem Doudijns, a Dutch artist known for his portraits and drawings, in 1680. The detailed study is rendered in charcoal on paper. The artist's use of shading and detail gives the figure an almost sculptural quality. The drawing is likely a preparatory sketch for a larger work, possibly a painting. As a study, this drawing highlights Doudijns' interest in anatomical accuracy and his ability to capture the human form in a dynamic pose.