Spinnende vrouw 16th century

"Spinnende vrouw" (Spinning Woman) is a 16th-century engraving by Lucas van Leyden, a prominent Northern Renaissance artist. The detailed etching depicts a woman seated in a richly adorned interior, meticulously spinning thread. The woman's elegant attire and the intricately rendered details of her surroundings highlight the artist's mastery of linework and detail. This work exemplifies Van Leyden's skill in capturing everyday scenes with realism and grace, showcasing the daily life and activities of ordinary people during the period. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the artist's enduring influence on printmaking.