Vrouwen met bagage op hun hoofd c. 1932

"Vrouwen met bagage op hun hoofd" (Women with Luggage on Their Heads), created by Reijer Stolk in 1932, portrays a group of African women carrying various items on their heads. The work, housed at the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Stolk's fascination with the human figure, capturing their movement and posture in a striking composition. The use of line etching, typical of Stolk's style, creates a sense of dynamism and adds to the artwork's visual impact. This piece serves as a testament to Stolk's talent for capturing the everyday activities of people, emphasizing their strength and resilience.