Pijprokende oude man 1882

"Pijprokende oude man" (Smoking Old Man), a 1882 etching by Louise Danse, is a small, intimate portrait depicting an elderly man in profile, wearing a cap. The work is executed with a meticulous, detailed style, highlighting the wrinkles and lines of the man's face. This piece exemplifies Danse's talent for capturing the subtle nuances of human expression, and it offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in 19th century society.