Man bindt bonenstaken in groententuin 1855 - 1892

"Man bindt bonenstaken in groententuin" (Man ties bean poles in a vegetable garden) is a black and white etching by Dutch artist Bernardus Johannes Blommers, created between 1855 and 1892. The artwork depicts a lone figure bent over, tying bean poles in a garden, capturing the everyday life of rural Dutch workers. Blommers was known for his depictions of peasant life, and his works are often characterized by their realism and attention to detail. This particular etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, demonstrates Blommers’ skill in using subtle lines and shading to convey both the physicality of labor and the quiet dignity of the worker.