Twee zittende kinderen c. 1884 - 1887

This pencil sketch, "Twee zittende kinderen," was created by Dutch artist Willem Witsen between 1884 and 1887. The artwork depicts two children seated in profile, their forms sketched with a loose and gestural hand. The simplicity of the lines and the unfinished nature of the composition are characteristic of Witsen's style, which often focused on capturing the essence of everyday life and human experience. The Rijksmuseum houses this piece, a testament to Witsen's contributions to Dutch art during the late 19th century.