Jongen en politieman op een straat 1887 - 1916

"Jongen en politieman op een straat" (Boy and policeman on a street) is a black and white drawing by Willem Pothast, created between 1887 and 1916. The artwork depicts a young boy standing on a cobbled street, interacting with a policeman holding a lantern. The scene is set under an archway, with intricate architectural details. Pothast's drawing style showcases a meticulous rendering of the figures and the setting, employing subtle shading to create a sense of depth and realism. The work captures a glimpse of everyday life in late 19th-century Netherlands, highlighting the interaction between a child and an authority figure in a public space.