Blinde borstelmaker 1868 - 1892

"Blinde borstelmaker" (Blind Brushmaker), a charcoal drawing by Anthon Gerhard Alexander van Rappard, is a powerful and poignant depiction of a blind man working. Created between 1868 and 1892, the artwork's realism and emphasis on the subject's physical limitations are characteristic of Rappard's style. The artist's subtle use of shading and the subject's hunched posture contribute to the artwork's emotional weight, highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.