Tekenaar met zijn gezin in de buitenlucht 1829 - 1911

This print, "Tekenaar met zijn gezin in de buitenlucht," or "Artist with his family in the open air," was made by an anonymous artist. The artwork presents a serene, yet subtly complex, tableau of familial life interwoven with artistic creation. The setting, a vast landscape, invites reflection on how personal and professional identities intersect. The central figure, presumably the artist, is seen with his tools, engaged in his craft. The presence of his wife and children suggests a narrative that challenges the traditional, often solitary, image of the artist. The children and dog are confined away from the artist, under a tree. Is the artist’s work of more importance, than familial relations? It’s a scene that captures the intimate moments of a family, while perhaps questioning the artist's role within it, and the expectations of labor and familial life during this period. The artwork serves as a mirror, reflecting societal values around family, work, and the artist's place within that structure.