Studies van een bruid 1834 - 1911

"Studies van een bruid" (Studies of a bride) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Jozef Israëls, created between 1834 and 1911, and currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. This preliminary sketch, measuring 283 mm by 201 mm, reveals the artist's process of capturing the figure of a bride, exploring different angles and details. The delicate lines and subtle shading create a sense of movement and anticipation, suggesting the fleeting moment of a wedding ceremony. The fragmented composition emphasizes the artist's interest in capturing the essence of the subject, rather than a fully finished portrait.