Man met een pet en sigaret naast een pijp 1890 - 1946

"Man met een pet en sigaret naast een pijp" is a quick sketch by Dutch artist Cornelis Vreedenburgh, depicting a man in profile wearing a cap and holding a cigarette near a pipe. The drawing, created between 1890 and 1946, is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and showcases Vreedenburgh's adeptness at capturing a moment in time through simple lines. The casual nature of the sketch suggests a personal observation, hinting at Vreedenburgh's interest in the everyday lives of ordinary people. This quick sketch is a testament to the artist's keen eye and ability to render a compelling scene with minimal detail.