Rokende boeren 1832 - 1885

"Rokende boeren" (Smoking Peasants), created by Rodolphe Bresdin between 1832 and 1885, is a pen-and-ink drawing that depicts four men in a lively scene. The men, likely peasants, are engaged in various activities including smoking pipes, playing music, and relaxing. Bresdin's distinctive style, characterized by gestural lines and a focus on detail, creates a sense of movement and energy in the piece. The drawing's small scale emphasizes its intimate and personal nature. This work showcases Bresdin's talent for capturing everyday life and imbuing it with an aura of humor and pathos.