Study of a man pushing a plow 1860 - 1900

This is a sketch, or study, for a larger work by Felicien Rops, a Belgian artist known for his satirical and often provocative drawings. The work depicts a man pushing a plow, a simple yet powerful image that captures the hard labor of rural life. Rops's loose, gestural lines and shading create a sense of movement and energy, while the overall composition is both elegant and evocative. This quick sketch reveals the artist's keen observational skills and his ability to capture the essence of a subject with minimal detail.