Strandgezicht met figuren aan de vloedlijn c. 1850 - 1950

This sketch, "Strandgezicht met figuren aan de vloedlijn," was created with pencil by the artist known only as Monogrammist DS, who was born in 1873. In this artwork, the artist captures a casual scene on a beach. The cultural significance of beach scenes in art grew during the late 19th century. As industrialization increased, so did the desire to escape to nature, and the beach became a popular destination for leisure and recreation. This sketch reflects that shift in social values and the increasing importance of leisure activities. While little is known about the artist, the sketch itself provides insight into the art institutions of the time. The quick, informal style suggests it could be a study for a larger, more formal work. Artists often made sketches like these to explore ideas, compositions, or to capture fleeting moments. By looking at sketches, we get an understanding of the artist's creative process. Further study of similar sketches from this period could shed more light on the social and artistic context in which it was created.