Studieblad met drie schetsen van hoofden en een studie van een zittende man 1797 - 1870

This is a study sheet by Dutch painter Andreas Schelfhout, showcasing his mastery of sketching. The sheet features four sketches, including a study of a seated man, a portrait in profile, a head and shoulders portrait, and a head-only portrait. The quick and light strokes of the pencil reveal the artist's keen observation and skillful rendering of form. Schelfhout, renowned for his winter landscapes, was a keen observer of people as well, evident in these intimate sketches. The study sheet, dated between 1797 and 1870, offers a glimpse into the artist's working process and artistic development. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam houses this insightful piece of artwork.