Gebouwen aan een waterkant 1834 - 1911

"Gebouwen aan een waterkant" is a preliminary sketch by Jozef Israëls, created between 1834 and 1911. This loose, expressive watercolor depicts a cityscape, likely along a waterfront, with buildings rendered in muted tones of brown and gray. The artist’s focus on structure and form over detail is characteristic of his style, known for capturing the essence of everyday life. This sketch, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into Israëls’ creative process, revealing his initial exploration of a scene before developing it further.