Oude zeeman rookt een pijp in een kroeg 1828

This lithograph titled "Oude zeeman rookt een pijp in een kroeg" by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet, created in 1828, depicts a group of men in a tavern, likely sailors, gathered around a man smoking a pipe. The scene captures a moment of camaraderie and relaxation, characteristic of Charlet’s depictions of everyday life, especially those of the working class. The artist's use of bold lines and dark shading creates a sense of realism and intimacy in the depiction of this simple, yet poignant scene. The artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates Charlet's ability to capture the essence of human interaction through his skilled portrayal of everyday life.