Boer aan het werk op het land c. 1884 - 1887

This quick sketch, "Boer aan het werk op het land," by Willem Witsen depicts a farmer working in a field, likely in the Netherlands. It’s a study in charcoal on paper, and is a fast, expressive example of Witsen's artistic style, known for his interest in capturing everyday life and the lives of the working class. The loose, gestural lines of the drawing convey a sense of movement and energy. The image, part of a larger sketchbook, is an example of the quick studies Witsen created as a painter, draftsman, and printmaker.