Lezende vrouw, en profil 1880 - 1936

"Lezende vrouw, en profil" is a charcoal drawing created by Belgian artist René Janssens between 1880 and 1936. The artwork, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, features a woman in profile, lost in thought while reading a book. The composition emphasizes the woman's contemplative expression, emphasizing the quietude and focus of her reading. Janssens' use of charcoal creates a sense of intimacy and depth in the figure, lending a timeless quality to the piece.