Houthakker met zijn hond 1840 - 1843

"Houthakker met zijn hond" (Woodcutter with his dog), created by Johannes Christiaan d'Arnaud Gerkens between 1840 and 1843, depicts a woodcutter with his loyal canine companion. The woodcutter, dressed in traditional garb, stands in a snowy landscape, his gaze directed at the viewer. The dog, seated beside him, looks expectantly up at its master, its tail wagging. The artist's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism. This poignant scene captures the bond between man and animal, a popular theme in 19th-century Dutch art. The artwork is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum.