Hoefsmid 1658 - 1733

"Hoefsmid" is an etching by Gerard Hoet, created sometime between 1658 and 1733. The print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene of a blacksmith shoeing a horse, highlighting the daily life of a 17th-century artisan. The detail of the figures, their tools, and the horse creates a sense of realism, characteristic of Dutch Golden Age art. This etching is a testament to Hoet's skill in capturing everyday scenes and the importance of craftmanship in the era.