Four Putti, from Das Bossenbüchlein 1577 - 1587

"Four Putti, from Das Bossenbüchlein" is an etching by Mathais Beitler, dated 1577 - 1587. It depicts four cherubic figures, or putti, engaged in playful activities. One holds a staff, another carries a basket of fruit, and the others engage with various tools. The print is part of a series of etchings called Das Bossenbüchlein, meaning "The Little Book of Putti," which features playful cherubs in various scenes. The work is considered a fine example of 16th century German etching, with its delicate lines and charming subject matter. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York houses this charming etching.