Maart 1777

"Maart", a 1777 etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, depicts a farmer plowing a field with a yoke of oxen. The image, which is part of a larger series, is notable for its intricate details and use of light and shadow. The inscription beneath the scene, written in German, speaks to the theme of work ethic and human responsibility. The etching is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and measures 92 mm in height and 53 mm in width.