Man op het land, mogelijk een arbeider of boer 1848 - 1888

Anton Mauve's "Man op het land, mogelijk een arbeider of boer" (Man in the Country, Possibly a Worker or Peasant) is a simple yet poignant pencil sketch depicting a figure in the landscape. This study, likely created between 1848 and 1888, reveals Mauve's mastery of capturing movement and form with minimal lines, hinting at the human figure and the surrounding environment. The sketch's loose, expressive strokes emphasize the fleeting nature of the moment, characteristic of Mauve's artistic approach. The artwork currently resides at the Rijksmuseum, offering viewers a glimpse into the artist's creative process.