Knielend model voor kachel 1878 - 1934

"Knielend model voor kachel" (Kneeling model in front of a stove) is an etching created by Dutch artist Isaac Israels between 1878 and 1934. The work, now held in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a female figure in a simple pose, kneeling with her hands resting on her lap. The minimal details and loose lines give the drawing a sense of immediacy, emphasizing the artist's focus on capturing the essence of the figure. This expressive and gestural style is characteristic of Israels' work, showcasing his skill in capturing human form and emotion through the medium of etching.