Studie, mogelijk een figuurstudie 1875 - 1934

"Studie, mogelijk een figuurstudie" (Study, possibly a figure study) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, created between 1875 and 1934. It is housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The drawing shows a faint sketch of a figure in the centre of the paper, surrounded by layered charcoal lines that create a textured background. Israels was known for his sketches, and this work is an example of his exploratory process in developing his final compositions. While the subject remains ambiguous, the piece provides a glimpse into Israels' artistic approach and his ability to capture the essence of a subject through simple, yet expressive lines.