Man slaat vrouw voor een brandend huis 1722 - 1784

"Man Slaat Vrouw Voor Een Brandend Huis" is an etching by Dutch artist Simon Fokke, created between 1722 and 1784, now in the Rijksmuseum. The scene depicts a man striking a woman outside a burning house, while others watch from a distance. The etching's fine lines create a sense of drama and urgency, highlighting the chaos of the fire. Fokke's work often focused on everyday life and social commentary, making this piece a poignant example of the artist's approach to representing the realities of his time.