Zingende zaag 1899 - 1938

light pencil work

childish illustration

cartoon like

cartoon based

shading to add clarity

old engraving style

caricature

limited contrast and shading

cartoon style

cartoon carciture

"Zingende zaag" is a lithograph by Johan van Hell, a Dutch artist known for his graphic art. Created between 1899 and 1938, it depicts two men, one playing a saw as a musical instrument, while the other stands behind him holding an accordion. The drawing is in graphite and executed with a high degree of realism, capturing the details of the figures' clothing and the instruments. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases van Hell's skill in portraying everyday life with a touch of humor and the everyday aesthetic, a popular theme in the early 20th century.