Oude vrouw, in profiel c. 1883 - 1914

"Oude vrouw, in profiel" is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Floris Arntzenius, dating from between 1883 and 1914. This sketch, likely made from life, depicts an elderly woman in profile, her face obscured by a shawl or bonnet. The artist’s loose, gestural lines capture the subject’s form with expressive simplicity, highlighting the aging features and the depth of her gaze. Arntzenius was known for his portraiture and his ability to convey emotion and character through his drawings.