Vrouw met hoed c. 1919

"Vrouw met hoed" (Woman with a Hat) is a pencil sketch by Isaac Israels, a prominent Dutch painter known for his portraits and genre scenes. Created around 1919, the work captures a woman's head and shoulders, the focus being on the hat and the strong, expressive lines used to define her features. The sketchy style characteristic of Israels' work, often used in his preliminary studies, gives the drawing a dynamic and spontaneous feel. This piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into Israels' artistic process, showcasing his talent for capturing form and character through simplified, yet powerful, strokes.