Man schreeuwt tegen twee ezels 1884

Léon Brunin created this etching titled 'Man schreeuwt tegen twee ezels' which translates to 'Man shouting at two donkeys.' Brunin was a Belgian artist who captured scenes of rural life. Here, we see a man in a humble setting, possibly a farm, seemingly frustrated and shouting at two donkeys. His labor is physical, he has a hunched stance, and we see that his clothing is simple. Brunin shows the man's direct interaction with the animals. The donkeys themselves are central figures, bearing loads. Brunin's piece offers a glimpse into the lives of working-class individuals and their relationship with the animals that were essential to their livelihoods. This etching asks us to consider the dignity and struggles inherent in rural labor. It's a candid depiction of a moment of tension, and possibly the frustrations that arise in daily life.