Thinker (Le penseur) 

"Thinker (Le penseur)" is an etching by the French artist Alphonse Legros (1837–1911). The artwork depicts a lone figure, likely a peasant or laborer, seated in a contemplative pose, head in hand, as if lost in thought. The stark, dark background, with its emphasis on light and shadow, adds to the mood of introspection. The figure is rendered in a realistic style, with a focus on capturing the emotion and weight of the sitter's contemplation, creating a haunting image of solitude and thought. Legros's art is known for its realism and its exploration of themes related to poverty and human suffering, which is evident in this work.