Sinterklaas met twee pieten op een dak 1878 - 1943

"Sinterklaas met twee pieten op een dak" is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Willem van Konijnenburg, created between 1878 and 1943. The artwork depicts Sinterklaas, a traditional Dutch figure, riding a horse on a rooftop, accompanied by two blackface assistants called Zwarte Piet. This drawing, measuring 275 mm in height and 363 mm in width, offers a glimpse into the artist's portrayal of Sinterklaas traditions, a subject that has become increasingly controversial in recent years due to its association with racial stereotypes.