Figuren, mogelijk artiesten op een podium 1875 - 1934

This sketch, titled "Figuren, mogelijk artiesten op een podium" by Isaac Israels, is a preliminary study for a larger composition. The loose and gestural lines suggest the artist's focus was on capturing the essence of his subjects rather than precise detail. The figures, possibly performers, are rendered in a dynamic pose on a stage, hinting at the theatrical nature of Israels's chosen subject. The drawing is part of a larger collection of sketches by the Dutch artist, housed in the Rijksmuseum.