Standing Soldier, Seen from Behind c. 1690

"Standing Soldier, Seen from Behind," created by Dutch artist Dirk Maas in the late 17th century, is a graphite drawing depicting a soldier in a coat and breeches, seen from behind. The loose, gestural style of the drawing captures the movement of the figure and highlights the artist's interest in the human form. The drawing exemplifies Maas's talent for capturing the human figure with a sense of realism and anatomical detail. The work, now held in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the artistic skill of Maas during a period of artistic flourishing in the Netherlands.