Verhaal van de jongen Jantje, nr. 3 1862

"Verhaal van de jongen Jantje, nr. 3" is a pen-and-ink drawing by Pieter van Loon, dated 1862. The artwork, which depicts a young boy named Jantje, is part of a larger series that explores the life and experiences of a typical Dutch child. This drawing shows Jantje sitting at a table, studying a blackboard filled with numbers and calculations. The boy's posture suggests he is not fully engaged in his studies, perhaps suggesting a common childhood aversion to math. The drawing, which is currently located in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the daily life of Dutch children in the 19th century, and is a poignant reminder of the challenges and joys of education.