Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 42 c. 1884 - 1891

"Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 42" is a charcoal drawing by Willem Witsen, a Dutch painter and draughtsman, dated c. 1884-1891. The artwork is a rubbing or "abklatsch" of a previous chalk drawing on page 42 of a sketchbook. It depicts a faint, grainy image of an unknown subject on a light-toned paper, showcasing Witsen's experimental techniques and his interest in capturing fleeting moments. This artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering insight into Witsen's artistic process and his approach to exploring different mediums.