Abklatsch van de krijttekening op pagina 31 c. 1884 - 1891

This charcoal drawing by Willem Witsen is an example of his "Abklatsch" technique, where he would transfer a drawing from one sheet of paper to another using pressure and a damp cloth. This piece, dated c. 1884-1891, is a blurry, indistinct figure of a person possibly engaged in a laborious task. The subtle depiction of the figure and the monochromatic tone emphasize the theme of labor and its effect on the human form, a frequent subject in Witsen’s work. This work is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and reflects the artist's dedication to portraying daily life in the Netherlands.