Hugo de Groot verbergt zich in zijn boekenkist 1782 - 1837

"Hugo de Groot verbergt zich in zijn boekenkist" is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Pieter Bartholomeusz. Barbiers, created between 1782 and 1837. The sketch depicts a scene from the life of the Dutch jurist and statesman Hugo Grotius, who is shown hiding in a chest of books. The drawing is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, and measures 107 mm in height and 135 mm in width. The sketch is a simple yet effective portrayal of the historical event, utilizing loose lines and shading to capture the moment. Barbiers's work is a testament to his skill as a draftsman and his ability to create evocative sketches that tell a story.