Putto die een vis van de haak haalt 1618 - 1655

Cornelis Schut's etching "Putto die een vis van de haak haalt" (1618-1655) portrays a cherub, a winged, baby-like figure, in a playful scene. The cherub, depicted in an oval composition, sits amongst reeds and foliage, attempting to remove a fish from a hook. Schut's use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and texture, enhancing the cherub's delicate form and the surrounding natural elements. This print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Schut's mastery of etching and his penchant for capturing the innocence and exuberance of youth.