Portret van Johannes Franciscus Hoppenbrouwers voor zijn ezel en A. van den Berg toekijkend 1865

This 1865 drawing by Dutch artist Louis Apol depicts Johannes Franciscus Hoppenbrouwers, an artist, painting while being observed by A. van den Berg. The drawing showcases a candid moment in the studio, with the artist captured mid-work, and van den Berg standing in the background, perhaps offering his opinion on the piece in progress. It's a sketch capturing a realistic scene, characteristic of the artist's style, and offers a glimpse into the world of art creation during the 19th century. The drawing, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a small-scale work, measuring just 163 mm by 174 mm, yet it conveys a sense of intimacy and artistic process.