Staande jongen met mand 1874 - 1925

"Staande jongen met mand" (Standing Boy with Basket) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Jan Veth, created between 1874 and 1925. The drawing depicts a young boy, dressed in a coat and cap, carrying a large basket, possibly used for selling goods. The composition is simple, yet expressive, highlighting the boy's stoic posture and the weight of his labor. This work exemplifies Veth's realistic approach to portraying everyday life, capturing the mundane beauty of working-class individuals in a moment of quiet contemplation. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.