Nettenboetster 1835 - 1911

"Nettenboetster" (1835-1911), an etching by Dutch artist Jozef Israëls (1824-1911), depicts a seated woman meticulously mending a net. The artist's signature style of Realism is evident in the artwork's focus on everyday life and working-class individuals, emphasizing the raw beauty of the scene. The loose, expressive lines create a sense of movement and intimacy, drawing the viewer into the woman's solitary world. This poignant artwork is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum.