Dronken man in herberg 1824 - 1849

"Dronken man in herberg" (1824 - 1849) by Carel Frederik Curtenius Bentinck depicts a scene of everyday life in a tavern. The work is a lithograph, a printing technique popular in the 19th century. The artwork shows a man seated on a barrel, seemingly intoxicated, while a woman leans in to interact with him. The composition creates a sense of intimacy and realism, capturing the atmosphere of a bustling tavern. This piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Bentinck's talent for portraying social interactions and capturing the nuances of human emotions.