Palmboom, een olifant en een gekko c. 1916 - 1945

"Palmboom, een olifant en een gekko" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Reijer Stolk. It features a simplified palm tree, an elephant, and a gecko, all drawn with loose lines, indicative of the artist's quick and gestural style. The sketch was likely created between 1916 and 1945, and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. Stolk's work often explored themes of nature and animals, capturing their essence through minimalist drawings. This simple yet expressive piece offers a glimpse into his artistic process, revealing his interest in capturing the essence of nature through minimal lines and forms.