Huizen te Voorburg Possibly 1908

This pencil sketch, "Huizen te Voorburg," by Dutch artist Alexander Schilling, is a preliminary study of houses in the town of Voorburg. Dated to 1908, the work exemplifies Schilling's interest in capturing the architectural essence of his surroundings. The simple lines and hatching techniques create a sense of immediacy, suggesting the artist's quick observations and artistic sensibility. This work is an example of a "plein air" study, capturing the essence of a location directly from nature.