Zittende boerin 1821

"Zittende boerin" (Sitting Peasant Woman), created in 1821 by Johannes Mock, is a pencil drawing of a woman in a seated position, looking upwards. Mock, born in 1800, was known for his realistic depictions of rural life. This drawing, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, exemplifies Mock's interest in portraying the everyday lives of ordinary people, capturing their emotions and experiences. The drawing's simplicity and realism highlight the artist's skillful use of line to express form and character.