Boer met sprokkelhout 1696

"Boer met sprokkelhout" (Peasant with Kindling) is a drawing by Hendrick van Beaumont from 1696. It depicts a peasant carrying a bundle of sticks over his shoulder, a common sight in 17th-century Dutch society. The drawing's simple style and focus on the figure's ragged clothing and worn features highlight the daily struggles of working-class people during this period. The charcoal and ink washes create a sense of realism and depth, capturing the subject's weary posture and expression. This drawing, while anonymous in its origin, offers a glimpse into the lives of everyday people during the Dutch Golden Age.