Arbeiders 1891 - 1898

"Arbeiders" (Workers) is a charcoal drawing by Willem Cornelis Rip, created between 1891 and 1898. The small-scale work depicts a group of individuals engaged in labor, their figures rendered in loose, gestural lines. The artist's quick, expressive strokes capture the movement and effort of these workers, emphasizing the physicality of their tasks. Rip, known for his depictions of everyday life, likely sketched this scene from observation, providing a glimpse into the working class of his time. The drawing's intimate scale and raw energy create a sense of immediacy, inviting viewers to contemplate the lives and labor of those depicted.