Schelpenvisser of een landarbeider 1834 - 1911

"Schelpenvisser of een landarbeider" is a pencil sketch by Dutch painter Jozef Israëls, dating back to the late 19th century. This quick study, housed at the Rijksmuseum, captures a solitary figure, likely a fisherman or farm worker, standing in a landscape. Israëls is known for his focus on social realism, often depicting the lives of working-class people, showcasing his keen eye for capturing human emotion and detail in his artwork. This sketch, though incomplete, hints at Israëls' characteristic approach to portraying everyday life in a poignant and insightful manner.