Fine Art

Man Drawing from a Plaster Cast — History & Facts

A young man with weary eyes is seated at a table drawing a plaster cast of a woman by candlelight. The bust rests on a cushion, which in turn lies on a book. Learning how to draw inanimate three-dimensional objects was a phase in the training of pupils before they were allowed to draw from live models.

More Artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn

Father embraces his son in an etching by Rembrandt van Rijn

The Return of the Prodigal Son

Rembrandt van Rijn

Rembrandt's 'The Crucifixion' depicts a dramatic moment in a religious context.

The Crucifixion

Rembrandt van Rijn

A man in a feathered hat smiles and raises a glass while holding a woman on his lap, both dressed in elaborate 17th-century clothing with a table of objects nearby.

Rembrandt and Saskia in the Scene of the Prodigal Son

Rembrandt van Rijn

Rembrandt's self-portrait showcases his mastery of light and shadow.

Self-Portrait in a heavy Fur Cap: Bust

Rembrandt van Rijn

Portrait of an old woman with clasped hands, painted by Rembrandt in 1661.

Portrait of a Seated Old Woman with Clasped Hands

Rembrandt van Rijn

A young woman with softly curling brown hair wears a lace-edged cap and an intricate white lace collar over a deep black dress against a warm brown background.

Portrait of a Young Woman

Rembrandt van Rijn

A woman stands by a door with a faint smile, wearing a deep red shawl and jewelry, illuminated against a dark background.

Portrait of Hendrickje Stoffels

Rembrandt van Rijn

A self-portrait of Rembrandt van Rijn, showcasing his confident gaze and elaborate costume.

Portrait of Rembrandt

Rembrandt van Rijn

Self-portrait of Rembrandt van Rijn, showcasing his introspective gaze and aged features.

Portrait of the Artist

Rembrandt van Rijn

Portraits of Jean Pellicorne and his son Casper by Rembrandt, showcasing their expressions and attire.

Portraits of Jean Pellicorne and his Son Casper

Rembrandt van Rijn

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More Drawing Art

A study sheet by Leonardo da Vinci showcasing various sketches and ideas.

Sheet of Studies

Leonardo da Vinci

A sheet showing a faint profile of an old man’s head at the lower left and detailed brown ink mechanical studies at the upper right.

Head of an Old Man, and Studies of Machinery

Leonardo da Vinci

Study of a woman's head and shoulder, paper drawing by Rafaël

Study of the Head and Left Shoulder of a Woman

Rafaël

Etching by Rembrandt van Rijn of a figure drawing from a cast, illuminated by soft light

Man drawing from a cast

Rembrandt van Rijn

Drawing by Albrecht Dürer depicting a musician sketching a lute on paper

Tekenaar tekent een luit

Albrecht Dürer

Drawing on paper by Albrecht Dürer depicting a woman being sketched by an artist

Een tekenaar tekent een vrouw

Albrecht Dürer

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