Schets voor 'L'art Hollandais contemporain' van Paul Fierens (baadsters) 1932 - 1933

This ink drawing by Leo Gestel, titled "Schets voor 'L'art Hollandais contemporain' van Paul Fierens (baadsters)", depicts two nude figures, likely women, in a reclining pose. The work is a study for a larger piece, demonstrating Gestel's interest in the human form and exploring themes of contemporary Dutch art. The gestural lines and bold black strokes create a sense of energy and dynamism, characteristic of Gestel's expressive style. This small sketch, created in the early 1930s, offers a glimpse into the artistic process of a prominent Dutch artist.