Schetsboek XXXVII met 52 pagina's 1886 - 1903

This is sketchbook number 37, containing 52 pages, by Isaac Israels. The sketchbooks of Isaac Israels offer a glimpse into the artistic practices and social contexts of the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the Netherlands. Israels, known for his impressionistic style, captured scenes of urban life, fashion, and leisure, reflecting the changing social fabric of his time. His choice of subjects—from bustling cityscapes to intimate portraits—reveals an engagement with the modern world and its diverse inhabitants. He was a member of the Amsterdam Impressionism movement, and sought to depict the everyday life of the working class, and the cultural institutions that often rendered them invisible. By studying Israels’ sketchbooks, one can gain insights into the artist's creative process, as well as the broader cultural and institutional forces that shaped his vision. The Rijksmuseum archives and other period sources can tell us more about the social and cultural landscape of the time.