Het lossen van karren bij een vaart 1864 - 1936

"Het lossen van karren bij een vaart" (Unloading Carts by a Canal) is a watercolor by Dutch artist Jan van Essen, created between 1864 and 1936. The drawing depicts a typical Dutch landscape with a canal, a small village and several figures working on a nearby road. The scene is painted with a loose, gestural style, emphasizing the movement of the horses and the figures. This piece is a great example of van Essen's work, which is known for its capturing of everyday life in the Netherlands. The drawing is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.