Blinde borstelmaker 1868 - 1892

"Blinde borstelmaker" (Blind Brushmaker) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Anthon van Rappard, created between 1868 and 1892. The artwork depicts a man, likely a brushmaker, in profile, his face partially obscured, holding an object that could be a brush or comb. The artist’s use of subtle shading and expressive lines creates a sense of depth and conveys the subject’s vulnerability. This drawing is a powerful example of van Rappard’s talent for capturing the essence of his subjects, a skill that was evident throughout his short but prolific career.