Meisje in een deuropening 1854 - 1914

"Meisje in een deuropening" is a preliminary charcoal drawing created by Albert Neuhuys sometime between 1854 and 1914. The drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Neuhuys's mastery of capturing the human form in a quick and gestural style. Though faint and incomplete, the drawing reveals the artist's interest in portraying a young girl standing in a doorway, likely a study for a more finished work. Neuhuys was a prominent Dutch painter and draughtsman known for his genre scenes, often depicting everyday life in the Netherlands. This preliminary drawing offers a glimpse into his creative process and his ability to evoke the essence of his subjects through quick sketches.