De dwerg Margriet van Majersveld, 1720 1718 - 1720

This etching, *De dwerg Margriet van Majersveld*, is a portrait of a young woman named Margriet van Majersveld, a dwarf. The etching was created between 1718 and 1720 by Dutch artist Anna Folkema, known for her portraits of notable figures. The image depicts Margriet holding a rake and standing in a field, emphasizing her humble profession as a gardener. Folkema's work, while often satirical, provides a glimpse into the lives of individuals who were marginalized in 18th-century Dutch society. The etching is a powerful example of portraiture as a tool for social commentary, highlighting the lives of ordinary people and their unique experiences.