De vrolijke drinker 1613 - 1656

"De vrolijke drinker" (The cheerful drinker) is an etching by Cornelis (I) Danckerts, dating from 1613 to 1656. This artwork is a portrait of a man, dressed in 17th-century attire, holding a glass of wine and smiling widely. The etching depicts a jovial scene of a man enjoying his drink. This etching is part of a series of prints representing different types of drinkers, typical of the Dutch Golden Age. The humorous nature and detailed depiction of the man's expression and clothing make it a popular artwork in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.