Landarbeider knielt in het veld voor zijn gebed 1898

"Landarbeider knielt in het veld voor zijn gebed" (1898) by Auguste Danse (1829-1929) is a poignant depiction of a field worker kneeling in prayer. The etching captures the solemnity of the moment, emphasizing the worker's humility and faith amidst the vast, open landscape. The use of a single, central figure against a hazy background creates a sense of isolation and profound contemplation. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the lives of rural laborers in 19th-century Europe.