Twee figuren in gewaden, in profiel 1875 - 1934

Isaac Israels made this drawing of two figures with pencil on paper. I wonder what Israels was thinking when he sketched these two figures. Perhaps he was interested in the way their garments draped and folded. Look at the lightness of his touch. The lines are so minimal and economical. Each stroke feels essential. With just a few gestures, he captured the essence of these figures in their robes. See how the lines curve and flow, suggesting movement and form. They remind me of quick notations, like a visual shorthand capturing a fleeting moment. I bet this drawing was just one of many sketches from the time. It's a testament to the power of observation and the beauty of simplicity in drawing. It feels contemporary. Artists are always in conversation, exchanging ideas across time. Each mark is a continuation of a long history of image making, open for interpretation and re-imagining.