Mand met boek en breiwerk 1789 - 1859

Pieter de Goeje's "Mand met boek en breiwerk" (Basket with a Book and Knitting) is a detailed pencil drawing depicting a woven basket filled with a book and knitting needles. The artist, known for his still life works, captures the intricate details of the basket's weave and the objects it contains with precision. The drawing's composition is simple yet elegant, showcasing de Goeje's skill in creating realistic representations of everyday objects. This piece exemplifies the Dutch tradition of still life art, often focusing on the beauty of ordinary things and the subtle interplay of light and shadow.