Figuurstudies c. 1886 - 1903

amateur sketch

light pencil work

quirky sketch

pencil sketch

incomplete sketchy

personal sketchbook

idea generation sketch

sketchwork

sketchbook drawing

initial sketch

"Figuurstudies" is a charcoal drawing by Isaac Israels, a Dutch artist known for his depictions of everyday life. This study, created sometime between 1886 and 1903, showcases Israels's interest in capturing the human form. The loose and gestural lines suggest a sense of movement and energy. The work is housed in the Rijksmuseum, a renowned Dutch national museum.