Een smid en een werknemer met blaasbalg aan het werk, twee mannen roken pijp, 17 augustus 1837 1840

This lithograph, "Een smid en een werknemer met blaasbalg aan het werk, twee mannen roken pijp, 17 augustus 1837," by Auguste Raffet, depicts a scene of daily life in a blacksmith's shop. The detailed depiction of the work in progress, the tools, and the relaxed postures of the men smoking pipes captures the mundane routine of these workers, as well as their camaraderie. Raffet's precise and realistic style showcases his attention to detail and his skill as a lithographer, contributing to the sense of verisimilitude in the image. The lithograph is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offering viewers a glimpse into the lives of working people in 19th-century Europe.