Vrouw bij een wastobbe 1895

"Vrouw bij een wastobbe" is a 1895 etching by Dutch artist Auguste Danse (1829-1929). The artwork, housed at the Rijksmuseum, captures a woman in a simple, everyday task: washing clothes. Danse's skillful use of line and shading in this intimate portrait highlights the woman's worn features and the laborious nature of her work. The subtle use of light and shadow adds depth and realism to the scene. This etching is a poignant example of Danse's mastery in capturing the lives and struggles of ordinary people, a recurring theme throughout his artistic career.