Studieblad met 21 staande en zittende figuren 1581 - 1656

This pen-and-ink drawing by Nicolaes de Bruyn, titled "Studie blad met 21 staande en zittende figuren," features a group of 21 figures, both standing and seated, engaged in various poses and interactions. The artist's detailed and expressive lines capture the dynamic movements and expressions of the figures, creating a sense of energy and life within the composition. The drawing is a study, a preliminary sketch for a larger work, likely a painting or print. The piece serves as a valuable insight into the artist's process of developing and refining his figures. This study, dating back to the 17th century, is housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, showcasing the artist's talent for depicting human form and movement.