Twee studies van een bukkende boer c. 1887 - 1888

"Twee studies van een bukkende boer" (Two Studies of a Bending Farmer) is a charcoal drawing by Willem Witsen, a Dutch artist known for his realist depictions of everyday life. Created between 1887 and 1888, this quick sketch captures the stooped posture of a farmer, possibly in the act of working the land. Witsen’s loose and expressive lines, reminiscent of Impressionism, suggest a sense of immediacy and movement, offering a glimpse into the daily routines of rural life. The drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Witsen's focus on the lives of ordinary people and his mastery of capturing the essence of human form.