Studieblad, onder andere met een vrouw en man in Volendamse klederdracht 1875

This is a study sheet by George Clausen featuring sketches of a woman and man in Volendam traditional costume. The artist’s use of graphite pencil on paper results in a series of delicate yet decisive lines. Clausen captures the essence of his subjects with minimal strokes and shading. The composition is fragmented, consisting of partial figures and details such as faces, garments, and annotations. Clausen’s method reflects a focus on the structural elements of his subjects, breaking them down into essential components, almost deconstructing the subjects into individual parts. The artist shows an interest in the materiality of the costumes. The tonal variations achieved through shading and hatching give depth and volume to the figures. It's a study of form and structure but also it hints at a process of observing and documenting cultural identity.