Vrouw met een arm achter haar hoofd c. 1915s - 1925s

"Vrouw met een arm achter haar hoofd" (Woman with her Arm Behind Her Head) is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Isaac Israels. Created sometime between the 1910s and 1920s, the drawing depicts a woman in profile, her head resting on her hand. The work is part of a series of sketches and studies by the artist, exploring human figures in a relaxed, informal manner. This piece exemplifies Israels's signature style, characterized by loose, expressive lines and a focus on capturing fleeting moments of everyday life. The sketch is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, offering viewers a glimpse into the artistic process of a prominent Dutch painter.