Portret van een vrouw in gedachte verzonken langs de waterkant c. 1855

"Portret van een vrouw in gedachte verzonken langs de waterkant" (c. 1855) by Dutch artist Eduard Isaac Asser depicts a woman in a contemplative pose by a body of water. The work, held at the Rijksmuseum, utilizes a soft, romantic style and focuses on the delicate features of the figure, highlighting the woman's emotional state. Asser's subtle use of light and shadow creates a sense of solitude and introspection, allowing the viewer to connect with the woman's quiet contemplation. This small but impactful drawing reveals the artist's skill in capturing emotion and the beauty of the human figure.