Fisherman with Sou'wester, Sitting with Pipe

"Fisherman with Sou'wester, Sitting with Pipe" by Vincent van Gogh is a notable drawing that exemplifies his mastery of Realism through simple yet expressive lines. Created predominantly with Pencil, it captures the solitary figure of a fisherman wearing a sou'wester against a textured paper background. Van Gogh's use of Wash techniques subtly enhances shading and depth, while the detailed Chalk and Ink accents emphasize the figure's features and clothing. This work is part of his extensive list of drawings ordered chronologically in Hulsker’s catalogue, underscoring its importance in Van Gogh’s artistic evolution.