Staande vrouw met handen in haar zij c. 1915s - 1925s

"Staande vrouw met handen in haar zij" is a quick sketch by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, dating from the 1910s or 1920s, and now residing at the Rijksmuseum. The expressive lines and loose composition are characteristic of Israels' style, capturing the movement and essence of the female figure in a single gesture. The artist's use of line and shading gives a fleeting impression of a woman standing with her hands on her hips, revealing his interest in capturing the moment in a spontaneous way. The drawing showcases Israels' mastery of sketching and his ability to communicate a sense of movement and personality through minimal lines.