Man eet van verse ham 1612 - 1665

"Man eet van verse ham" (Man eats fresh ham) is a 17th-century etching by Cornelis van Dalen I, showcasing a humorous depiction of a gluttonous man. The etching is notable for its detailed rendering of the man's facial expressions and the playful way in which he is portrayed, holding a knife and a jug, with the caption below suggesting his voracious appetite. This print is a prime example of Dutch Baroque art and provides a glimpse into the social and cultural attitudes towards food and gluttony in the 17th century. It is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.