Groep kinderen en een zittend meisje c. 1868s - 1878s

This quick sketch, "Groep kinderen en een zittend meisje" by Dutch artist Jan Willem van Borselen, depicts a group of children playing. Created sometime between 1868 and 1878, the drawing is housed in the Rijksmuseum. The simple yet expressive lines capture the energy of children at play, showcasing Van Borselen’s talent for observing and capturing the fleeting moments of everyday life. This piece offers a glimpse into the artist’s creative process and the importance of his observations in his work.