A Man Seated at a Table Covered with Books 1636

This drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn, from 1636, depicts a man seated at a table covered with books. The man is dressed in a fur-trimmed coat and a cap, and he appears to be reading or writing. The drawing is characterized by Rembrandt’s signature use of hatching and cross-hatching, which creates a sense of depth and volume. The artist’s signature, visible at the bottom of the sheet, identifies the artwork as an original, highlighting its value and importance to art lovers. The subject of the drawing, a scholar immersed in his work, is a common motif in Rembrandt’s oeuvre, which often explores themes of intellectual pursuit and human introspection.