Studie c. 1869

This delicate pencil sketch titled "Studie" was created by Jozef Israëls, a prominent Dutch realist painter, around 1869. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Israëls' characteristic focus on capturing the essence of everyday life through subtle strokes. While the subject of the sketch remains unclear, the faint lines suggest a landscape or a natural scene. This preliminary drawing exemplifies Israëls' artistic process, revealing his meticulous observation and his ability to translate fleeting moments into evocative imagery.