Vrouw met een kind op de arm, op de rug gezien c. 1884 - 1887

"Vrouw met een kind op de arm, op de rug gezien" (Woman with a child on her arm, seen from behind) is a charcoal drawing created by Dutch artist Willem Witsen between 1884 and 1887. The artwork, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a woman with a child on her back, their figures obscured by the loose, gestural strokes characteristic of Witsen's style. This drawing, likely a study for a larger work, exemplifies the artist's focus on capturing everyday moments and the realities of working-class life. The charcoal strokes, while seemingly casual, convey a sense of depth and emotion, hinting at the woman's quiet strength and the bond she shares with her child.