Staand naakt jongetje, naar links 1865 - 1930

Jac van Looij sketched this standing nude boy using graphite on paper. The drawing immediately strikes you with its somber grayscale, which enhances the subtle play of light and shadow across the figure. Looij's careful handling of line and form creates a sense of depth and volume, despite the limited tonal range. Notice how the boy's posture, leaning slightly to the left, introduces a dynamic tension within the otherwise still composition. The rough texture of the paper and the visible strokes of graphite add a tactile quality to the work, inviting a sense of intimacy and immediacy. The sketch is not just a study of form but also an exploration of perception and representation. It engages with the tradition of academic drawing while subtly questioning fixed ideals of beauty, inviting viewers to reconsider established notions of space and perspective.