Dansende figuur, van voren c. 1879 - 1880

"Dansende figuur, van voren" is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Matthijs Maris, created between 1879 and 1880. The drawing depicts a single, elongated figure in motion, captured with gestural lines and shading that give a sense of fluidity and movement. Maris was known for his melancholic and introspective works, and this piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a prime example of his characteristic style. The artist's focus on the figure and the use of expressive lines make this work an excellent example of figurative art, drawing, and the late 19th-century Dutch artistic style.