Twee vrouwen op een pad bij enkele plattelandswoningen c. 1876 - 1879

This charcoal sketch by Anton Mauve, titled "Twee vrouwen op een pad bij enkele plattelandswoningen" (Two Women on a Path Near Some Rural Houses), depicts two figures walking away from the viewer towards some houses in the distance. The sketchy, hazy quality of the drawing emphasizes the fleeting nature of the moment, characteristic of Mauve's style, and the rural setting. The work is dated c. 1876-1879, during a period when Mauve was a prolific artist, known for his evocative landscapes and studies of peasant life. This sketch, currently held at the Rijksmuseum, showcases Mauve's ability to capture the essence of a scene through simple lines and subtle shading.