Paradigmata graphices variorum artificum
Paradigmata graphices variorum artificum is a 1670 Amsterdam print collection of engraved figure studies compiled by Jan de Bisschop, with later contributions from Gérard de Lairesse, intended for artists learning to draw the human figure. The plates show classical-style statues and nude or draped male and female figures, mostly standing, engraved in fine parallel hatching on plain paper with page numbers in the corners. A designer could take from them the poses, drapery folds and contrapposto stances that were taught as models for figure drawing.
