Naakte zittende vrouw met opgetrokken knieën (schets) before 1936

"Naakte zittende vrouw met opgetrokken knieën (schets)" (1936) is a sketch by Dutch artist Leo Gestel. It depicts a nude woman in a seated position with her knees drawn up towards her chest. The sketch, created with black ink on paper, uses bold lines and hatching to create a simplified yet expressive representation of the figure. This piece exemplifies Gestel's interest in capturing the human form through a bold and dynamic style, showcasing his skill as a draftsman. The sketch's expressive nature and the simplified form of the figure are characteristic of Gestel's artistic approach to figuration. It is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.