Staking van de mijnwerkers 1874 - 1894

"Staking van de mijnwerkers" (The Miners' Strike) is an etching by Belgian artist Karl Meunier, created between 1874 and 1894. The artwork depicts a dramatic scene of miners striking, with a large crowd of figures gathered on a bridge over a railway line. Meunier's style, characterized by strong lines and a sense of realism, captures the intensity and hardship of the working class. The artist tragically passed away at the age of 30, leaving a legacy of powerful social commentary through his art. This etching, "Staking van de mijnwerkers," is a poignant example of his commitment to representing the struggles of the working class, particularly in the mining industry.