Jan Doos, leunend tegen een boomstam 1841 - 1848

"Jan Doos, leunend tegen een boomstam" is a pencil drawing by Johannes Tavenraat, created between 1841 and 1848. The artwork depicts a young man, Jan Doos, leaning against a tree trunk. Tavenraat, known for his realistic depictions of everyday life, captures Doos in a simple yet poignant pose, highlighting the details of his clothing and the surrounding landscape. This drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Tavenraat's skill in capturing the essence of his subjects, offering a glimpse into the life of a young man in 19th-century Netherlands.