Bramen (?) zoekende kinderen 1834 - 1911

"Bramen (?) zoekende kinderen" is a pencil sketch by Dutch painter Jozef Israëls, created between 1834 and 1911. The drawing features several quick sketches of figures, likely children, bent over in a seemingly searching motion. This preliminary study, housed in the Rijksmuseum, likely served as a preparatory work for a larger composition, showcasing Israëls’ skilled use of line to capture movement and form. The piece highlights the artist's interest in depicting everyday life and social realism, a hallmark of his artistic style.