Vrouw met uitgestoken handen Possibly 1869

This pencil drawing of a woman with outstretched hands was created by Cornelis Springer. Note how the figure is rendered with delicate lines and subtle gradations of tone, conveying a sense of lightness and grace. The composition invites us to consider the interplay between form and space. The woman's posture and expression are central to the drawing's meaning. Her hands reach upward, suggesting a gesture of supplication, perhaps an appeal to a higher power or expression of intense emotion. The use of line in the drapery of her clothing creates a sense of movement and volume, while the subtle shading defines the contours of her body. The artwork engages with broader ideas about representation and expression. Springer's formal choices reflect a desire to capture not only the likeness of the woman but also her inner state, using the language of drawing to convey complex emotions and ideas.