Ploegende paarden 1867 - 1935

"Ploegende paarden" (Plowing Horses) is a charcoal drawing by Maurits van der Valk, a Dutch artist known for his depictions of rural life. The drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a moment of quiet labor in the fading light. Van der Valk's signature, visible in the lower right corner, adds authenticity to this somber yet captivating piece. The artist's use of subtle shading and meticulous detail brings a sense of depth and realism to the scene, highlighting the hard work and simplicity of rural life in the late 19th century.