Man met knuppel bedelt bij een rijke heer om geld 1829

This lithograph, created by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet in 1829, titled "Man with a club begs a rich gentleman for money," depicts a poignant scene of social disparity. The artwork, held in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Charlet's mastery in capturing the essence of everyday life, especially the social commentary that permeates his work. The lithograph portrays a humble man, his face weathered by hardship, pleading with a wealthy gentleman for financial aid. This visual narrative effectively captures the stark contrasts of wealth and poverty prevalent in 19th-century society.