Man zittend in een stoel schenkt een glas in 1809 - 1869

This pencil drawing, created by Belgian artist Alexander Cranendoncq between 1809 and 1869, depicts a man seated on a chair pouring a glass of liquid. The man is casually dressed in a coat and a scarf, and he wears a hat that casts a shadow over his face. This intimate portrait, now in the Rijksmuseum, captures the relaxed demeanor of the sitter, highlighting Cranendoncq's skill in capturing both realistic detail and the essence of his subject. The work is a testament to the artist's talent for portraying everyday moments with a sense of naturalism, and it exemplifies the artistic traditions of the early 19th century in the Netherlands.