Gezicht op de Prinsengracht te Amsterdam c. 1886 - 1934

"Gezicht op de Prinsengracht te Amsterdam" is a pencil sketch on paper by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, created between 1886 and 1934. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a fleeting glimpse of the iconic Prinsengracht canal in Amsterdam. The quick, gestural lines and loose composition are characteristic of Israels's style, revealing his keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the essence of a scene with economy of form. The sketch's focus on the canal's facade and its surrounding buildings provides a glimpse into the city's unique architectural character and the beauty of its waterways, which have long inspired artists and writers.