Bomen langs het water, mogelijk een gracht c. 1886 - 1903

"Bomen langs het water, mogelijk een gracht," is a pencil sketch by Isaac Israels, a prominent Dutch artist, dating back to the late 19th century. This preliminary work, executed in quick, expressive strokes, likely represents a scene along a canal or waterway. The artist's use of dense, textured lines creates a sense of atmospheric depth, suggesting the lush vegetation and the shimmering surface of the water. The sketch's spontaneity reveals Israels' artistic process and highlights his interest in capturing the essence of everyday life in his native Netherlands.