Groep staande heren, met hoge hoed en lange jas 1864 - 1936

"Groep staande heren, met hoge hoed en lange jas" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Jan van Essen, dating from 1864 to 1936. The drawing depicts a group of men standing in a row, wearing top hats and long coats, their features barely discernible. This quick sketch, likely a preparatory study for a larger work, showcases Van Essen's keen observation of everyday life and his ability to capture the essence of a scene with minimal detail. The work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the artist's creative process and the fashion of the late 19th and early 20th century.