Schelp, naar rechts 1907

"Schelp, naar rechts" (Seashell, to the right) is a 1907 pen and ink drawing by Samuel Jessurun de Mesquita, a prominent Dutch graphic artist of the early 20th century. The intricate detail and bold black-and-white contrast in this small-scale work capture the texture and form of a seashell, revealing de Mesquita's keen observation of natural forms. This artwork is a beautiful example of de Mesquita's mastery of the graphic arts, which combined a meticulous attention to detail with a unique and expressive style.