Man gooit tegenstribbelend kind in oven 1784

This etching by Cornelis Brouwer depicts a man violently forcing a child into an oven. Created in 1784, the print is part of a series titled "De Natuur" (Nature), highlighting the cruelty of human nature. This work exemplifies the expressive style of etching, capturing the intense drama of the scene through dramatic lines and stark contrasts. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a powerful reminder of the dark side of human behavior.