Abklatsch van de krijttekening op blad 2 recto 1875 - 1934

This charcoal sketch, "Abklatsch van de krijttekening op blad 2 recto", was created by Dutch painter Isaac Israels sometime between 1875 and 1934. It is a study in light and shadow, the artist using subtle lines and shading to capture a fleeting moment. Although the subject is not immediately clear, the light touch and fragmented composition suggest a focus on the act of observation itself, a common theme in Israels’ work. This piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the creative process of one of the Netherlands’ most celebrated artists.