Vrouw op een balkon, in profiel 1887 - 1934

This preliminary drawing for "Vrouw op een balkon, in profiel" by Isaac Israels depicts a woman seen in profile on a balcony, likely overlooking a bustling city. The composition is characterized by gestural strokes and fragmented lines, suggesting a quick and spontaneous sketch. This artwork is an example of the artist's creative process and provides insight into the development of his final paintings. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the use of graphite as a medium in the Impressionist and post-Impressionist movements, and showcases the artist's mastery of light and shadow.