Slapende vrouw 1875 - 1934

"Slapende vrouw" ("Sleeping Woman") is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, dating back to the late 19th or early 20th century. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a single, simplified figure of a woman in a reclining pose, her face turned inward, suggesting rest or contemplation. Israels, known for his expressive style and intimate portraits, often used quick sketches to capture moments of everyday life, as seen in this delicate and minimalist work.