Hand met twee vlinders voor een raster 1939 - 1941

"Hand met twee vlinders voor een raster" is a drawing on paper by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, created between 1939 and 1941. The artwork features a simple composition of a hand reaching out towards two butterflies against a grid-like background. The delicate lines and muted tones create a sense of quiet contemplation, reflecting Gestel's artistic style in the later part of his career. This work, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is an example of Gestel's exploration of minimalist forms and the interplay between positive and negative space.