Geknielde aardappelrooister c. 1884 - 1887

"Geknielde aardappelrooister" is a charcoal drawing by Willem Witsen, a Dutch artist known for his depictions of working-class life. The artwork, created between 1884 and 1887, portrays a woman in a field, bent over in a gesture of labor. The loose, expressive strokes and emphasis on the figure's form are characteristic of Witsen's style, which draws inspiration from realism and naturalism. The drawing is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offering viewers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during the late 19th century in the Netherlands.