Zittende vrouw met een boek 1841

"Zittende vrouw met een boek" (Sitting Woman with a Book) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Pieter van Loon, created in 1841. The artwork depicts a woman seated in an ornate chair, holding a book open in her lap. The drawing is notable for its realistic depiction of the woman's form and the intricate detail of the chair. The composition is simple yet elegant, with the woman as the central focus. The drawing is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. Van Loon, who specialized in portraits and genre scenes, captured a moment of quiet contemplation and focused attention.