Liggende man, mogelijk slapend 1875 - 1934

"Liggende man, mogelijk slapend" (Reclining Man, Possibly Sleeping) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, dating from 1875-1934. The sketch depicts a figure in a reclining pose, with a simplified and gestural style characteristic of his work. The loose lines and quick strokes convey a sense of movement and spontaneity, typical of the artist's interest in capturing fleeting moments and the essence of his subjects. This drawing, now held at the Rijksmuseum, showcases Israels' masterful use of charcoal to create a dynamic and expressive representation of the human form.