Jonge vrouw in een bos met sprokkelhout onder de arm 1854 - 1914

This preliminary pencil sketch, "Jonge vrouw in een bos met sprokkelhout onder de arm," depicts a woman in a forest, likely a peasant woman gathering firewood. The sketch, executed by Albert Neuhuys between 1854 and 1914, exemplifies the artist's interest in everyday life and rural scenes. Neuhuys was known for his genre paintings, often depicting Dutch peasant life with a sense of realism and social commentary. The loose lines of the drawing suggest a quick study for a larger work, highlighting the artist's observation of nature and human form. This preliminary sketch, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artist's creative process and his focus on the daily lives of ordinary people.