The Smoker and the Drinker 1682

"The Smoker and the Drinker" is an etching created in 1682 by Dutch artist Adriaen van Ostade, known for his depictions of peasant life. The work depicts two men in a simple interior, one smoking a pipe and the other raising a glass, capturing a mundane moment in a scene of everyday life. Van Ostade’s precise and detailed etching style, showcasing the textures of clothing and the rough surfaces of the interior, highlights the authenticity of the scene. This etching is part of a collection held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.