Bedelaar aan de rand van de weg 1822 - 1880

"Bedelaar aan de rand van de weg" (Beggar at the edge of the road) is an etching created by Dutch artist Reinier Craeyvanger between 1822 and 1880. The artwork depicts a scene of a beggar being helped by a woman, while a man stands by and observes. The scene is set in a rural landscape with a large tree, creating a sense of isolation. The artwork exemplifies Craeyvanger's style, known for its realistic depictions of everyday life, often featuring themes of poverty and social inequality. This etching is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection.