De eerste sigarenmachine in Nederland c. 1871 - 1948

"De eerste sigarenmachine in Nederland" ("The First Cigar Machine in the Netherlands") is a pastel painting by Herman Heijenbrock, depicting a scene of industrial labor in a factory setting. The painting, created between 1871 and 1948, showcases a group of workers, primarily women, operating a new cigar-making machine. The composition highlights the machinery, emphasizing its role in the evolving industrial landscape. Heijenbrock’s attention to detail, capturing the workers' movements and the factory's atmosphere, reflects a realistic style common in Dutch art of the period. The artwork offers a glimpse into the social and economic changes brought by industrialization in the Netherlands, providing valuable historical context for art enthusiasts and social historians alike.