Staande man met een pet 1834 - 1903

Johan Hendrik Weissenbruch sketched 'Standing Man with a Cap' in the Netherlands during the 19th century, using graphite on paper. Weissenbruch lived through a time of significant social change, including the rise of industrialization and urbanization. The artwork presents a figure who seems to represent the working class, evident in his simple attire and cap, perhaps signifying a sense of identity and belonging amidst societal shifts. Weissenbruch's loose sketching style lends a sense of immediacy to the subject, suggesting a fleeting moment captured. The man stands in a posture that reflects the realities and resilience of everyday life. 'Standing Man with a Cap' provides a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during a transformative era, inviting reflection on the human experience amidst broader historical and social developments.