Abklatsch van de krijttekening op blad 17 verso 1875 - 1934

"Abklatsch van de krijttekening op blad 17 verso" (Chalk drawing rubbing on page 17 verso), created between 1875 and 1934 by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, is a faint, almost ghostly imprint of a chalk drawing. The barely visible figure, likely a seated person, is almost completely obscured by the light imprint on the paper. The image, housed in the Rijksmuseum, serves as a reminder of the ephemeral nature of artistic creation and the evolution of art. It provides insight into Israels' creative process, showcasing a preliminary stage in his artistic development. The minimal details reveal a sense of immediacy and informality, characteristic of the artist's sketches.