Paard 1875 - 1934

"Paard" is a simple pencil sketch on a lined page from a notebook, created by Dutch painter Isaac Israels between 1875 and 1934. The sketch is of a horse, and depicts its hindquarters, with its tail flowing upward. While the drawing is quite simple, it shows Israels’ talent for capturing the essence of a subject in a few swift lines. This informal sketch is a testament to his ongoing artistic practice and provides insight into his creative process. The drawing is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.