Vrouw die bonen snijdt 1823

Anthonie Willem Hendrik Nolthenius de Man created this artwork, "Woman Cutting Beans," using graphite. The drawing is dominated by the figure of a woman, positioned centrally and depicted with meticulous detail. Her posture is slightly bent, head inclined downwards, eyes focused on the task at hand, that evokes a sense of quietude and introspection. The composition is structured around a play of light and shadow, with the woman's form emerging from a relatively dark background that enhances the sense of depth. The classical column and tree subtly allude to a timeless quality. Her clothing is depicted with the same level of detail, rendering the textures of her garments. The meticulous lines of the drawing challenge fixed meanings, engaging with new ways of thinking about space and representation. The artist uses delicate lines to describe form, creating a serene atmosphere, and emphasizes the dignity of labor.