Hired Hands 1822

"Hired Hands" (1822) by Louis Léopold Boilly is a drawing depicting two men, likely laborers, resting after their day of work. The man on the left is seated on a barrel, resting his arms and wiping his forehead with a cloth. The man on the right stands tall and appears to be carrying a heavy load on his back. The image showcases Boilly's keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the daily lives of ordinary people during the early 19th century. The drawing is a testament to the artist's ability to bring realism to his portrayals of working-class individuals and their struggles.