En bonde, jægere og hunde i udkanten af skoven 1627 - 1692

Roelant Roghman created this ink drawing, "A farmer, hunters and dogs on the edge of the forest," in the Netherlands in the mid-17th century. Although Roghman came from a wealthy background, his family experienced financial difficulties as a result of failed investments. He never joined the artist's guild, and made a living through commissioned works and the sale of his many drawings. Roghman’s work reflects the cultural values of the time, particularly in its depiction of the natural world. In this drawing, we see figures engaged in leisurely hunting against the backdrop of a vast landscape. There's a palpable tension between the romantic portrayal of the hunt and its environmental impact. Roghman’s patrons, the wealthy elite, saw themselves as stewards of the land, even as their activities altered the landscape and impacted rural communities. Historical research into land ownership and hunting rights would shed further light on the social dynamics reflected in this drawing. Through this lens, we can better understand the complex interplay between art, power, and social norms in 17th-century Netherlands.