Maria sprokkelt hout by Johannes Alexander Rudolf Best

Maria sprokkelt hout 1807 - 1823

johannesalexanderrudolfbest

vegetal

child-oriented illustration

quirky illustration

childish illustration

retro 'vintage design

personal sketchbook

botanical drawing

watercolour illustration

cartoon carciture

botanical art

"Maria sprokkelt hout" is a hand-colored etching created by Johannes Alexander Rudolf Best, a Dutch artist known for his detailed depictions of everyday life. This small-scale work, measuring just 135mm by 86mm, captures a young girl gathering wood in a rural setting. The simple composition, showcasing the girl in a red dress amidst foliage, demonstrates Best's skill in capturing the essence of rural life and the charm of everyday activities. This piece was likely part of a series of prints depicting scenes of Dutch village life.