Zeven duiven 1939 - 1941

"Zeven duiven" (Seven Doves) is a pencil drawing on paper created by Dutch artist Leo Gestel in the late 1930s. This study of seven doves in various poses, some perched and others in flight, showcases Gestel's deft draughtsmanship. The piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, reflects a common theme in Gestel's work, a keen interest in the natural world. The simple, elegant forms and delicate lines of the doves evoke a sense of peace and tranquility, reflecting the artist's talent for capturing the essence of his subject.