Bellenblazende jongen 1836 - 1912

"Bellenblazende jongen" (Boy blowing bubbles) is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Isaac Weissenbruch, created between 1836 and 1912. The drawing depicts a young boy in a playful moment, blowing bubbles with a pipe and dancing around a table. Weissenbruch is known for his genre scenes, particularly his depictions of everyday life in the Netherlands. This drawing, with its focus on the boy's innocent joy and the simple details of his surroundings, exemplifies this characteristic. The use of light and shadow, and the fine detail of the boy's clothing and the table, create a sense of realism and bring this endearing scene to life. The drawing is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.