Staande man met een laars in de hand 1811 - 1873

"Staande man met een laars in de hand" (Standing Man with a Boot in his Hand) is a pen and ink drawing by the Dutch artist Pieter van Loon. Created sometime between 1811 and 1873, this piece depicts a man in a hat and coat, holding a boot in his left hand. The drawing, now held at the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies van Loon's talent for capturing the details of everyday life in a realistic manner. The subject's simple yet evocative pose conveys a sense of quiet contemplation, a common theme in van Loon's work. This drawing is an excellent example of the Dutch Romantic style, known for its focus on individuals and their connection to their surroundings.