Vissersmeisje, een duin aflopend 1905

"Vissersmeisje, een duin aflopend" (Fishergirl Descending a Dune) is a 1905 pencil drawing by Dutch artist Jozef Israëls (1824-1911). The drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a young woman, likely a fishergirl, descending a dune. The composition is simple and focused, capturing a fleeting moment in the life of a working-class individual. Israëls' use of line and shading conveys the texture of the dune and the movement of the woman, reflecting his interest in realism and the portrayal of everyday life. This drawing exemplifies Israëls' ability to capture the beauty and dignity of ordinary people.