Tubaspeler en een staande figuur, in profiel 1875 - 1934

This drawing of a tuba player and a standing figure was made by Isaac Israels, with what looks like graphite. The quick, almost scribbled marks feel so immediate, like Israels was trying to capture a fleeting moment. It’s not about perfection; it’s about the energy of the scene. Look closely, and you can see the texture of the paper coming through the graphite marks. The lines are thin in some places and thicker in others, creating a sense of depth and movement. The tuba player's form is all suggested with a few carefully placed marks. It's not about filling in all the details, but letting the viewer's eye complete the picture. That single line defining the back of the tuba player seems to hold the whole figure together. Israels reminds me a little of Degas, who was also interested in capturing figures in motion. It's like they're both saying, "Art doesn't have to be precious. It can be raw, immediate, and full of life."