Portrait Of Guusje Van Dongen Door 1916

"Portrait Of Guusje Van Dongen Door" is a 1916 painting by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, renowned for his portraiture and genre scenes. The painting depicts a woman, likely Guusje Van Dongen, dressed in a colorful patterned robe, playing a lute-like instrument. The artist's loose brushstrokes and muted palette create a sense of intimacy and capture the subject's quiet concentration. This work exemplifies Israels' mastery of capturing emotion and personality in his portraits.