Lezende vrouw c. 1885 - 1911

"Lezende vrouw" is a graphite drawing created by Dutch artist Jozef Israëls sometime between 1885 and 1911, the year of his death. The drawing features a woman sitting and reading a book, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation. Israëls was known for his intimate depictions of everyday life and the working class, and this drawing exemplifies his talent for portraying naturalism and emotion in his subjects. The work is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum.