Vrouw reikt omhoog naar de takken van een appelboom c. 1908 - 1909

"Vrouw reikt omhoog naar de takken van een appelboom" (Woman Reaches Up to the Branches of an Apple Tree) is a 1908-1909 etching by Willem Witsen, a prominent Dutch artist known for his realist depictions of everyday life. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, features a woman in a rural setting reaching towards the branches of an apple tree. The image is dominated by the woman, standing in the foreground, her figure rendered with a sense of quiet strength and naturalism. The composition also features a small brick house, a bucket, and other details that contribute to the overall impression of a simple and authentic moment in rural life. Witsen's work often explores the lives of working-class people in a sympathetic and sensitive manner, providing viewers with an intimate glimpse into the everyday realities of a bygone era.