Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 79 c. 1886 - 1903

This undated chalk drawing is by Isaac Israels. Israels was a Dutch painter associated with the Amsterdam Impressionism movement, a late 19th-century artistic movement that captured everyday life in the rapidly changing urban environments. Although faint, this work offers an intimate glimpse into Israels' artistic process. Known for his depictions of women in fashion and society, his work often challenged traditional representations of women by portraying them as active participants in modern life. His subjects were often the working class or people otherwise on the margins of society, who he depicted with dignity and respect. The drawing provides a view of how Israels saw and rendered the world. While seemingly simple, it engages with broader themes of identity, representation, and the changing social dynamics of his time. Through these fleeting glimpses, Israels captures a world in transition, inviting us to reflect on the narratives and histories embedded within it.