Hand with a Stick, and Four People Sharing a Meal

"Hand with a Stick, and Four People Sharing a Meal" is one of Vincent van Gogh's notable drawings that highlights his mastery of sketch and study techniques. Created primarily using pencil on paper, this piece reflects Van Gogh’s focus on Realism in capturing everyday life. The composition depicts a hand gripping a stick alongside a scene of four individuals sharing a meal, emphasizing intimacy and social connection. Dating from his incomplete list of drawings, the work is charted within the chronological catalog, often associated with the precision of Jan Hulsker's classification.