Naakte zittende vrouw 1891 - 1941

"Naakte zittende vrouw" (Naked Sitting Woman) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, created between 1891 and 1941. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a woman in a seated pose with her arms raised to her head. The artist's use of charcoal creates a sense of movement and fluidity, highlighting the figure's form through gestural lines and shading. The drawing exemplifies Gestel's signature style, which was characterized by its expressive brushwork and focus on capturing the essence of his subjects.