Vrouw bij een ezelkar c. 1886 - 1934

"Vrouw bij een ezelkar" (Woman by a Donkey Cart) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, created between 1886 and 1934. The sketch depicts a woman walking beside a donkey cart, suggesting a rural scene. Israels, known for his sensitive portrayals of daily life, captures a fleeting moment of ordinary existence with a delicate touch. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's skill in capturing movement and atmosphere through minimalist lines. This work exemplifies Israels' ability to imbue seemingly mundane subjects with a sense of human emotion and the beauty of everyday life.