Hoofd, in profiel c. 1919

"Hoofd, in profiel" (Head in Profile) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Isaac Israels, created around 1919. The drawing showcases Israels' quick, gestural style, capturing the essence of a head in profile with minimal lines. This rapid sketch, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the artist's fascination with capturing fleeting moments and expressions. The work, while seemingly simple, reveals Israels' masterful ability to convey form and volume through subtle shading and linework.