Abklatsch van de pentekening op blad 20 recto 1875 - 1934

This is a study or sketch by Dutch painter Isaac Israels, created between 1875 and 1934. The artwork is a rubbing of a pencil drawing on a sheet, preserved in the Rijksmuseum. It's likely a preliminary study for a larger work, as it shows a simple, almost abstract composition of dark lines and smudges on a white background. This simple and gestural approach is typical of sketches, allowing artists to explore ideas and compositions before committing to a final piece. The work, while incomplete, offers insights into Israels' creative process.