Twee studies van een meisje en een paard 1834 - 1911

"Twee studies van een meisje en een paard" is a pencil drawing by Jozef Israëls, a prominent Dutch realist painter. The artwork, created sometime between 1834 and 1911, showcases the artist's mastery of capturing the human form with effortless grace. On the left side, a young girl stands in profile, while a quick sketch of a horse's head appears on the right. The drawing's simplicity and intimate scale create a sense of immediacy, offering viewers a glimpse into Israëls' creative process. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies his meticulous attention to detail and his profound understanding of human expression.