Staande boerenmeisje met stok 1841 - 1857

"Staande boerenmeisje met stok" is an oil painting by Johan Daniël Koelman, a Dutch artist, painted between 1841 and 1857. The painting features a young peasant girl standing in a field, holding a stick in her right hand, dressed in a simple white blouse and a red skirt. The painting, now at the Rijksmuseum, captures a moment of rural life in the Netherlands, depicting a young woman with a stoic expression, showcasing Koelman's talent for realism and depicting everyday life in detail. The soft hues and natural light contribute to the painting's tranquil and introspective mood, showcasing the beauty of simplicity and the hard-working nature of people in the countryside.