Lezende man 1777

"Lezende man" (Reading Man) is an etching created by Dutch artist Jacques Kuyper in 1777. The artwork depicts a bearded man in a robe, seated and absorbed in reading a book. The composition is framed within an oval, highlighting the figure's contemplative state. Kuyper's detailed hatching technique creates a sense of depth and realism, drawing the viewer into the scene. This etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases the artist's talent for capturing the nuances of human expression.