Man en een dienstmeid op de Herengracht te Amsterdam c. 1886 - 1934

This charcoal sketch, "Man en een dienstmeid op de Herengracht te Amsterdam," by Dutch painter Isaac Israels, captures a fleeting moment in Amsterdam. The artwork, dated c. 1886 - 1934, depicts a man and a maid in front of a building, likely on the Herengracht canal. The sketch's loose lines and gestural marks suggest a quick study of the scene, highlighting Israels' ability to capture the essence of a moment with minimal detail. It offers a glimpse into the artist's creative process and the everyday life of Amsterdam during this period.