Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 17 1875 - 1934

This charcoal drawing, "Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 17", was created by Dutch artist Isaac Israels between 1875 and 1934, and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The faint and barely visible marks on the paper suggest a preliminary sketch, possibly for a larger work, offering a glimpse into the artist's creative process. The drawing, with its subtle lines and light shading, demonstrates the use of minimal detail to capture a fleeting moment of inspiration. This work is a valuable resource for art historians and scholars, offering a window into the evolution of Isaac Israels' artistic practice.