Schets voor illustratie in Hoe de vogels aan een koning kwamen 1891

This pencil drawing by Theo van Hoytema, titled "Schets voor illustratie in Hoe de vogels aan een koning kwamen" (Sketch for an illustration in How the Birds Got a King), is a preparatory study for a larger work. The 1891 sketch depicts numerous birds in flight, with a single bird soaring high above. The drawing is characterized by its simplicity and fluidity, highlighting van Hoytema's skill in capturing the movement of birds through delicate lines. It is a testament to the artist's meticulous approach to illustration and a glimpse into the creative process behind his finished works.