Staande, schrijvende man 1780 - 1849

This pen and ink drawing, titled "Staande, schrijvende man" (Standing, Writing Man) by David-Pierre Giottino Humbert de Superville, depicts a man in profile, wearing a hat and long coat, writing at a table. The drawing is a study in the art of quick sketching, capturing a moment in time through gestural lines and hatching, a technique that defined Superville's style. The artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcasing Superville's skill as a draftsman and his interest in capturing the everyday life of his time.