Volendamse visser 1924

"Volendamse visser" (Volendam Fisherman) is a 1924 etching by Dutch artist Lodewijk Schelfhout (1881-1943), depicting a fisherman in a fur cap, his weathered face a testament to a life at sea. This small-scale work is currently held in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing Schelfhout's mastery of depicting the lives of ordinary people in the Volendam region. The use of strong lines and deep shadows lend a sense of realism and melancholic beauty to the composition. Schelfhout's artwork provides a glimpse into the lives of working-class communities in early 20th-century Holland.