Schelpenvisser op zijn kar 1902

"Schelpenvisser op zijn kar" (Shellfish Fisherman on his Cart) is a 1902 woodcut by Dutch artist Jan Toorop. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a simple scene of a fisherman sitting in a cart drawn by a horse, with boats visible in the distance. The strong lines and stark black and white contrasts of the woodcut are characteristic of Toorop's style, which was influenced by Symbolism and Art Nouveau. Toorop's work often explored themes of nature, life, and death. This piece, despite its minimalist composition, evokes a sense of quiet contemplation and the simple beauty of rural life.