Vrouw op landweg 1864 - 1936

"Vrouw op landweg" (Woman on a country road), a black and white etching by Dutch artist Jan van Essen, is a simple yet evocative depiction of a solitary figure walking along a rural path. The scene, dated between 1864 and 1936, is characterized by a sense of quietude and a focus on the subtle interplay of light and shadow. The artist's use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and texture, bringing the rural landscape to life. This work, now held in the Rijksmuseum, showcases van Essen's mastery of etching and his talent for capturing the essence of everyday life.