Baadsters (schets) c. 1915 - 1921

"Baadsters (schets)" is a black and white ink drawing by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, created between 1915 and 1921. The drawing depicts a group of five nude figures, likely women, in a beach setting, with a bird flying overhead. The simplified lines and loose, expressive style of Gestel's drawing reflect the influence of Expressionism, a movement that sought to capture emotion and subjective experience. The Rijksmuseum holds this sketch, offering viewers a glimpse into Gestel's artistic process and his fascination with the human form.