Twee schetsen van gezichten, waarvan een doorgekrast 1894

"Twee schetsen van gezichten, waarvan een doorgekrast" (Two Sketches of Faces, One Crossed Out), a graphite drawing on paper by Dutch artist Nelly Bodenheim, is a study of two faces rendered in a simple, expressive style. The upper face is rendered in a gestural, almost scribbled manner, with heavily shaded lines and a strong emphasis on the eye. This sketch appears to have been crossed out with a diagonal line, suggesting that Bodenheim was dissatisfied with it. In contrast, the lower face is more detailed and delicate, with a focus on the contours of the features. This intimate work offers a glimpse into Bodenheim's artistic process, highlighting her exploration of line and form.