Lezende vrouw aan een tafel 1834 - 1911

"Lezende vrouw aan een tafel" is a pencil sketch by Jozef Israëls, a prominent Dutch painter known for his realist depictions of everyday life. The sketch, likely a preparatory study for a larger work, captures a woman seated at a table, her head bent in concentration as she reads. The loose, gestural lines convey the artist's quick observation and the figure's relaxed posture, characteristic of Israëls' focus on capturing the essence of ordinary moments. This drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artist's creative process and his fascination with everyday subjects.