Zusjes in avondkleding bekijken twee jongemannen before 1905

This drawing, "Zusjes in avondkleding bekijken twee jongemannen," was made by Anna Maria Kruijff, in pencil and watercolour. Look how she captures a social scene with so much subtle detail. The whole piece feels like a fleeting moment, rendered with such grace. The use of thin washes and delicate pencil work really creates a sense of lightness. It's not about heavy, bold strokes, but more about these soft, almost whispered lines that give shape to the figures and their fancy dresses. See the way she suggests the folds and frills of the gowns with just a few strokes? It's all about suggestion, leaving space for our imagination. I love how the sketchy quality contrasts with the formality of the scene, it gives the piece a kind of awkward charm. It reminds me a bit of Degas, who had a similar talent for capturing the in-between moments of social life. It’s like a snapshot of a bygone era, full of untold stories and hidden glances.