Studie van een liggende vrouw, slapend op een bank 1892 - 1916

Rik Wouters' "Studie van een liggende vrouw, slapend op een bank" (Study of a reclining woman sleeping on a couch) is a quick ink drawing that depicts a woman in a relaxed, almost unconscious state. The gestural lines of the piece are fluid and expressive, capturing a moment of intimacy. The subject is rendered with a sense of volume and weight, highlighting Wouters' interest in capturing the human form. This drawing is a fine example of Wouters' signature style, which is characterized by simplified forms, bold lines and a focus on the expressive potential of the human figure.