Man zittend op een stoel bij een venster 1854 - 1914

Albert Neuhuys created this drawing with graphite on paper. The immediacy of the medium lends itself well to capturing everyday scenes, as it does here. Neuhuys, born in 1844, was known for his depictions of rural life. The rapid, sketchy lines suggest that this drawing was made on site, perhaps as a preliminary study for a larger painting. Notice the way he uses shading to suggest form and depth, creating a sense of volume in the figure and the chair. The choice of graphite on paper aligns this work with the tradition of academic drawing, emphasizing skill and observation. However, the subject matter elevates the mundane. By depicting a person in quiet contemplation, Neuhuys draws our attention to the dignity of labor and everyday existence. It reminds us that even simple materials, combined with artistic skill, can capture the essence of human experience.