Schilderij in een lijst 1858

aged paper

hand-lettering

sketch book

hand drawn type

hand lettering

personal sketchbook

hand-drawn typeface

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

Maria Vos's "Schilderij in een lijst" is a sketch from 1858 depicting a simple, framed image. The artwork is currently held at the Rijksmuseum. The inscription accompanying the sketch reveals Vos's thoughts on her own artistry, expressing her desire to elevate her work beyond mere copying, achieving a level of originality and personal expression. The sketch, a window into Vos's creative process, reveals her dedication to artistic growth and her unique vision.