Verhaal van de jongen Jantje, nr. 6 1862 - 1863

"Verhaal van de jongen Jantje, nr. 6" is a pen-and-ink drawing by Pieter van Loon, created between 1862 and 1863. This illustration, part of a series, depicts a humorous scene from the popular Dutch children's story "The Tale of Little John." Van Loon, a well-known illustrator of the 19th century, captured the story's playful spirit through detailed drawings, often focusing on everyday life and its quirky characters. The drawing features a man in a chair with wheels, a man in a top hat, and a young boy, their expressions and postures adding to the humorous narrative of the story. The artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, showcasing the artistic heritage of Dutch illustration and its role in popular culture.