Annotaties 1875 - 1934

"Annotaties" is a drawing by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, dated 1875 - 1934 and currently located at the Rijksmuseum. The work shows the back of a sketchbook page with handwritten notes and a stamp from the paper manufacturer Canson. The detail and perspective of the drawing allows the viewer to appreciate the everyday objects of the artist's life, providing insight into Israels' creative process. This work is an example of a drawing, a genre that allows artists to experiment with line, tone and composition.