Groep mensen 1891 - 1941

"Groep mensen" (Group of People) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, created between 1891 and 1941. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a group of three figures, rendered in a simplified, gestural style with emphasis on form and volume. Gestel’s use of charcoal creates a sense of immediacy and dynamism, capturing the fleeting moments of human interaction. The work reflects his exploration of expressionism and the human figure, characteristic of his artistic practice.