Studieblad met meisjes c. 1858

"Studie blad met meisjes" is a pencil drawing by Bastiaan de Poorter, a Dutch artist who lived from 1813-1880. This drawing, dating from around 1858, is housed in the Rijksmuseum and features two loosely rendered female figures. De Poorter's use of light, feathery strokes captures a sense of movement and fluidity, while the figures themselves appear almost ethereal, suggesting a study for a larger composition. The work offers insight into De Poorter's artistic process, particularly his interest in capturing fleeting moments and exploring the nuances of light and shadow.