Fortitude

About this work

This drawing shows a strong-looking person holding a rock in one hand and a small figure in the other. They’re standing in an arched frame, like a doorway, with a wreath of leaves on their head. The lines are simple but precise, and the shading gives the body a solid, muscular look. The artist used only brown ink and chalk, which makes the whole piece look like a sketch for something bigger. Notice how the rock and the small figure stand out—it’s not just a body, but a story. Want to see more work like this? Check out Vos, Maarten de.