Studie 1886 - 1903

"Studie" is a charcoal drawing on paper by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, dating from 1886-1903. The work is housed in the Rijksmuseum and depicts a figure seated in a chair. The sketch is characterized by loose and gestural lines that emphasize the form and volume of the subject. While the figure is only partially rendered, the composition is striking in its simplicity and the emphasis on the interplay of light and shadow. The drawing exemplifies Israels' mastery of charcoal and his ability to capture the essence of his subject in a few strokes.