Een jonge vrouw neemt een snuifje tabak 1715

This etching, *Een jonge vrouw neemt een snuifje tabak* (A young woman takes a pinch of tobacco), was created in 1715 by the Dutch artist Bernard Picart. The artwork is a depiction of a young woman, in a white dress with a black shawl, seated and holding a snuffbox. She is delicately taking a pinch of snuff, a popular practice in 18th-century Europe. The image highlights the societal norms and practices of the era, specifically the cultural acceptance of tobacco use, especially amongst women, and the popularity of snuff. The artwork is a captivating representation of the period's aesthetics and cultural trends, making it a valuable piece for art enthusiasts and historians alike.