Vrouw met olielamp 1829

"Vrouw met olielamp" is a 1829 etching by Anthonie Willem Hendrik Nolthenius de Man, depicting a woman in profile holding an oil lamp. The woman's attire, a simple white dress and cap, suggests a domestic setting, further emphasized by the use of an oil lamp, a common household object of the time. The detailed hatching in the etching creates a sense of depth and texture, enhancing the realistic portrayal of the woman and the oil lamp. The piece offers a glimpse into everyday life in 19th-century Netherlands, through a simple, yet poignant, visual representation.