Bivak van Fransen te Woerden, 1813 1813 - 1814

"Bivak van Fransen te Woerden, 1813" is a pen and ink drawing by Willem van Senus depicting a scene of French soldiers bivouacking in a wooded area during the Napoleonic Wars. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, shows soldiers resting, with some tending a fire while others seem to be reading letters. The realistic style of the drawing reflects the artist's interest in documenting the daily life of soldiers during wartime. This work offers a glimpse into the historical events of the early 19th century and illustrates the artist's keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the essence of a moment in time.