Schoolmeester c. 1650 - 1694

"Schoolmeester" (c. 1650-1694) is an engraving by Dirck de Bray, a Dutch artist known for his detailed and meticulous depictions of everyday life. The print, measuring 67 mm by 82 mm, portrays a classroom scene with a stern-looking schoolmaster seated at a desk with books, a student standing before him, and other children observing. The intricate detail, characteristic of de Bray's work, captures the quiet solemnity of the scene and offers a glimpse into the world of 17th-century education. The engraving's small size suggests it may have been intended for a private collection or used as an illustration in a book.