Krantenlezer 1865 - 1930

"Krantenlezer" (Newspaper Reader) is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Jac van Looij, created between 1865 and 1930. The artwork depicts a figure seated and engrossed in reading a newspaper. Van Looij captures the subject with a loose and expressive style, emphasizing the gestural nature of the figure's posture and the movement of the newspaper. The artist's use of shading and lines creates a sense of depth and volume, lending a sense of realism to the piece. Despite its small dimensions, "Krantenlezer" is a powerful example of van Looij's talent for capturing the human figure in everyday moments.