Herders keren terug naar het dorp 1748 - 1815

"Herders keren terug naar het dorp" (Herds Return to the Village), an etching by Emmanuel Jean de Ghendt (1738-1815) depicting a scene of pastoral life, is a fine example of 18th-century Dutch art. The print depicts a woman riding a donkey, followed by a man and a herd of cows and goats, all making their way across a stream toward a distant village. The use of light and shadow adds depth and realism to the composition, while the focus on everyday life makes this work relatable to viewers. The etching is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum.