Schetsboek XXXII met 92 pagina's c. 1886 - 1903

This is sketchbook XXXII with 92 pages, made by Isaac Israels sometime during his career. Israels, who lived from 1865 to 1934, worked during a period of immense social and artistic change. Sketchbooks provide unique insight into an artist's process. They are intimate spaces where ideas are born, and the artist can record unfiltered observations. What was Israels seeking to capture? What moments or people caught his eye enough to warrant a sketch? As a Jewish man, his position in Dutch society may have led him to see the world through a unique lens, capturing scenes and individuals often overlooked. This sketchbook, in its silent, unassuming way, holds the potential for untold stories. It invites us to consider the hidden narratives within its pages and reflect on the artist's perspective.