Olifant op boek (schets) before 1936

"Olifant op boek (schets)" is a sketch by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, created before 1936. The drawing depicts a stylized elephant standing on a book, rendered in bold black lines on a cream-colored paper. This sketch exemplifies Gestel's distinctive style, known for its graphic simplicity and expressive lines. The image of the elephant, a symbol of strength and wisdom, positioned atop a book, suggests a connection to knowledge and learning, reflecting themes often explored in Gestel's artwork. The Rijksmuseum's collection houses this intriguing sketch.