Drie mannen en een vrouw, ten voeten uit 1840

Johannes Tavenraat's "Drie mannen en een vrouw, ten voeten uit" (1840) is a graphite sketch of four figures, a woman and three men. The figures are depicted from an unusual perspective, appearing upside down, seemingly caught in mid-air. This quick study, preserved in the Rijksmuseum, reflects the artist's practice of capturing fleeting moments and exploring human form through swift, expressive lines. The piece offers a glimpse into Tavenraat's artistic process, highlighting his focus on dynamic movement and gestural representation.