A Digger 1881

"A Digger" is a charcoal drawing by Vincent van Gogh, created in 1881. The work depicts a man digging in a field, his posture emphasizing the laborious nature of his work. The drawing is characterized by van Gogh's characteristic bold lines and contrasting shades of grey, highlighting the ruggedness of the subject and the harshness of the working conditions. This piece is a poignant testament to the artist's early interest in depicting the lives of ordinary people and the realities of labor, a theme he would later explore in depth through his paintings. Currently, the artwork is housed in the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.