Digger 1882

"Digger" is a charcoal drawing on paper created by Vincent van Gogh in 1882. The drawing depicts a worker, seen from the back, bent over and digging with a shovel. Van Gogh's signature style, evident in his use of bold lines and expressive brushstrokes, is present in this work, though executed in charcoal. The drawing captures the physicality and labor of a working-class individual, highlighting the artist's interest in depicting the lives of ordinary people. It is currently on display at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.