Woman before ''Sunflowers'' by van Gog 1917

Isaac Israels' 1917 painting, *Woman before "Sunflowers" by van Gogh*, is a portrait of a woman with her back to the viewer, her gaze directed to the left. The painting's title alludes to the prominent background, which consists of an abstract interpretation of Vincent van Gogh's famous sunflowers. The artist's use of loose brushstrokes and vibrant color, particularly the rich yellows, is reminiscent of the Impressionist style, echoing van Gogh's bold use of color. Israels' painting demonstrates his mastery of light and shadow, capturing the subtle nuances of the woman's form and the background's expressive brushwork.