Arbeider bij een vuur 1904

"Arbeider bij een vuur" (Worker by a Fire) is a 1904 print by Dutch artist Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst. The print depicts a worker standing in front of a roaring fire, his silhouette highlighted against the fiery backdrop. Holst's artwork is known for its social realism and its portrayal of the lives of working-class people. This piece reflects that, highlighting the hardships faced by laborers in a dark and smoky environment. The use of stark contrasts between light and shadow adds dramatic depth to the composition, making it a powerful representation of working-class life in the early 20th century. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.