Staande vrouw in uniform met sabel, in profiel 1875 - 1934

This is a preliminary sketch of a woman in uniform by Isaac Israels, dating from 1875-1934. The drawing is part of a larger sketchbook, and the subject matter is unclear. The woman is depicted in profile, and her uniform, possibly military, can be distinguished by the sharp lines of the collar and the hilt of a sword. The sketch is very quick, with loose and gestural lines that capture the movement of the figure. The artwork is currently located in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the value of preliminary sketches and the artistic process.