Zittende vrouw met lappen 1633 - 1665

This etching by Reinhard Voskens, created between 1633 and 1665, depicts a seated woman in a simple interior setting. The woman, likely a peasant or working-class individual, is portrayed with a keen attention to detail and realism, characteristic of Voskens's style. The subject matter, portraying ordinary people, is typical of the genre of Dutch realism, which flourished in the 17th century. The artist's masterful use of hatching and cross-hatching in the etching creates a sense of depth and texture, effectively portraying the woman's clothing and the surrounding space. This small-scale work, measuring 122 mm in height and 79 mm in width, reflects the increasing interest in everyday life and the portrayal of ordinary people in Dutch art of the period.