Rugstudie van een mannelijk naaktfiguur 18th century

This 18th-century drawing, "Rugstudie van een mannelijk naaktfiguur," is a study of the back of a nude male figure. The anonymous artist's skillful use of shading and line creates a sense of volume and form. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, highlights the artist's focus on anatomical accuracy and the study of the human form. This study, measuring 208 mm by 263 mm, exemplifies the importance of anatomical studies in the development of artistic skill during the 18th century.