Vrouw met kind op schoot 1875 - 1934

"Vrouw met kind op schoot" is a charcoal sketch on paper created by Isaac Israels sometime between 1875 and 1934, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The sketch depicts a woman holding a child in her lap, captured in a rapid, expressive style that is characteristic of Israels' work. The loose lines and gestural strokes highlight the movement and intimacy of the scene, capturing the essence of a mother's love. While it is a preliminary study, the sketch shows the artist's keen observation and sensitivity to human interaction.