Vrouw, in profiel c. 1915s - 1925s

"Vrouw, in profiel" (Woman, in profile) is a pencil sketch by Dutch painter Isaac Israels, created sometime between the 1910s and 1920s. This work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Israels' mastery of capturing the human figure in a dynamic pose. The quick, expressive lines suggest a fleeting moment, hinting at the artist's interest in depicting the essence of the subject rather than precise detail. The use of pencil on paper reflects the artist's preference for immediacy and spontaneity, characteristic of his sketchbooks and studies.