Schetsboek XV met 22 bladen c. 1915s - 1925s

This is a sketchbook cover created by Dutch painter Isaac Israels, known for his Impressionist and Realist paintings, showcasing daily life in the Netherlands. The sketchbook cover is a simple, tan-colored piece with a label in the top right corner marking it as volume 15. It is likely that this sketchbook contains sketches or preparatory studies for Israels' more finished works. The worn cover and simple design indicate the sketchbook’s practical use for the artist. It provides insight into Israels’ creative process and his development as an artist.