Figuur die een last trekt 1906 - 1945

"Figuur die een last trekt" (Figure Carrying a Burden), a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Reijer Stolk, is a preliminary study for a larger work. Created between 1906 and 1945, the sketch features a figure with a heavy load, capturing the artist's interest in human form and movement. This work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into Stolk's creative process, revealing his exploration of gesture and anatomy. The sketch reflects the artist's focus on capturing the essence of human struggle, highlighting the weight of the burden and the figure's resilience.