Fabrieksjongen aan het werk 1868 - 1892

"Fabrieksjongen aan het werk" (Factory Boy at Work) is a pencil drawing by Anthon Gerhard Alexander van Rappard, created between 1868 and 1892. This artwork depicts a young boy in a factory setting, likely a textile mill, as the subject is holding a spool of thread. Van Rappard's drawing showcases the harsh realities of child labor in 19th-century factories. The artist uses a minimalist approach to represent the boy and his work, highlighting the repetitive nature and the harsh conditions of the factory environment. Van Rappard died young at the age of 33, but his work often focused on the working class and social issues of his time. This drawing is a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by children in the industrial revolution.