Lezende monnik c. 1850 - 1900

"Lezende monnik" is a black and white etching depicting a monk reading a book. The etching was created between 1850 and 1900 by Dutch artist B.J. de Vries jr. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom right corner. The monk, dressed in a hooded robe, sits at a table, leaning forward as he studies the text. The etching, with its muted tones and detailed lines, creates a sense of quiet contemplation and solitude. "Lezende monnik" is a testament to the enduring power of the written word and the contemplative nature of monastic life.