Jongen leidt blinden 1628 - 1650

"Jongen leidt blinden" is a 17th-century etching by Pieter Hendricksz. Schut, housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a scene where a young boy leads two blind men, seemingly into danger. The inscription below reads "Quade voorgan maeckt quaet gevolgh," meaning "Bad guidance makes bad consequences." This allegorical etching, characteristic of Dutch art, highlights the perils of trusting unreliable guidance. The stark lines and detailed figures are typical of Schut's etchings, conveying a powerful message through its simple composition.