Boeren met vee 1697 - 1725

This etching, "Boeren met vee" (Farmers with Cattle), by Joseph Mulder, is a depiction of rural life in the Dutch Republic in the early 18th century. The image features a farmer tending to his cattle, with a horse and cart in the background, suggesting the agricultural practices common in the region. The inscription "Frisiae Haereditariae" indicates this is part of a series of etchings, "Description of Frisia" by Mennon Alting, featuring various aspects of the province of Frisia. This small, detailed engraving (108 mm x 142 mm) illustrates the importance of agriculture and livestock in the Dutch economy and provides a glimpse into the daily life of farmers in this period.