Jongen met een vogelkooi 1840

"Jongen met een vogelkooi" (Boy with a Birdcage), a pencil drawing created in 1840 by Dutch artist Pieter van Loon, depicts a young boy in a simple, everyday pose. The boy's relaxed stance and the casual way he holds a birdcage and a stick create a sense of realism. Van Loon's keen attention to detail is evident in the subtle shading and the natural portrayal of the boy's clothing and features. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of van Loon's talent for capturing the essence of daily life through his masterful use of pencil.