Handen en nagels c. 1897 - 1910

"Handen en nagels" (Hands and Nails) is a pencil sketch by Willem Witsen, a Dutch artist known for his expressive realism. Created between 1897 and 1910, the artwork depicts two hands, one with intricate lines and details, and the other drawn with simple strokes. This study of human anatomy, characteristic of Witsen's practice, explores the contrast between detail and simplification, reflecting the artist's interest in capturing the essence of his subjects. The sketch is housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.