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Knifegrinder at Work Outside a Cobbler's Workshop

Adriaen van Ostade

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a person sharpening a tool with a grinding wheel outside a rustic building. The scene features intricate line work, capturing a detailed outdoor setting. The central focus is on the person sharpening the tool. They are wearing heavy clothing relevant to older times. The building next to them has an archway and a small window. Additional figures and nature elements in the background contribute to the village-like atmosphere. The artist's signature is visible in the drawing.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1653
Medium
etching, with touches of drypoint, on laid paper
Dimensions
3510 × 3957 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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