Portret van Maria van Dorp uit Papendrecht 1874

George Clausen's 1874 "Portret van Maria van Dorp uit Papendrecht" is a pencil sketch that captures a woman in profile with her arms crossed. The artist, a prominent figure in the British art world, is known for his realistic depictions of everyday life. The loose, sketchy lines of this drawing suggest a quick study, possibly made during a sitting with Maria van Dorp, a woman from the Dutch town of Papendrecht. This piece is a valuable glimpse into Clausen’s working process, illustrating his attention to detail and skill in capturing likeness.