Boerenmeisje c. 1800 - 1900

"Boerenmeisje" is a delicate drawing by J.H. ten Sijthoff, likely created between 1800 and 1900. The artwork depicts a young woman, a "boerenmeisje" or peasant girl, in traditional clothing. The use of soft, subtle colors and a focus on the sitter's gentle features creates an intimate and almost melancholic portrait. The artist's precise rendering of the girl's clothing and the subtle shading suggest a mastery of drawing techniques.