Standing Female Nude 1875 - 1934

"Standing Female Nude" is a pencil sketch by Isaac Israels, a Dutch artist known for his portraits and figure studies. This quick sketch, likely a study for a larger work, captures the essence of a female nude. The figure is depicted in a standing pose, though the artist has chosen to focus on the upper torso, leaving the legs and lower body out of frame. The loose, gestural lines suggest the artist's interest in capturing the fleeting movements of the human form. This study, housed in the Rijksmuseum, reveals Israels' mastery of drawing and his keen eye for capturing the anatomy of the human body.