Stillevens met etenswaren op een schaal c. 1863 - 1864

"Stillevens met etenswaren op een schaal" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Maria Vos. Dated c. 1863-1864, the artwork depicts three quick sketches of plates of food on a table. It's housed in the Rijksmuseum, providing insight into Vos's working process and her interest in still life as a subject matter. The loose, expressive lines and shading of the sketch give a sense of spontaneity and immediacy. It's a testament to her skilled hand and keen eye for capturing detail. The sketch is an example of the still life genre, a popular subject in Dutch art history.