Biddend meisje en ornament 1891 - 1941

"Biddend meisje en ornament" (Praying Girl and Ornament) is a sketch by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, created between 1891 and 1941. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a kneeling figure draped in a veil, her head bowed in prayer. On the left side, Gestel included additional sketches of floral ornaments, perhaps for a larger composition. This work exemplifies Gestel’s expressive line work and his exploration of religious themes, offering a glimpse into his artistic process.