Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 74 c. 1884 - 1887

"Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 74" is a chalk rubbing by Willem Witsen, a Dutch painter and graphic artist, dating from circa 1884-1887. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, the artwork is a testament to Witsen's interest in capturing the texture and form of everyday objects. The rubbing, likely taken from a page in one of his sketchbooks, shows the imprint of a chalk drawing, offering a glimpse into Witsen's creative process. The subtle detail and the faintness of the transferred image highlight the ephemeral nature of artistic inspiration.