Svinehyrde med fire grise 1649

"Svinehyrde med fire grise" (Swineherd with four pigs) is an etching by Dutch artist Herman Saftleven, dated 1649. The image depicts a swineherd, accompanied by three other figures, leading four pigs along a path in a rural landscape. The scene is set at the edge of a forest, with rolling hills and a distant town in the background. This etching captures the beauty of Dutch countryside with detailed depiction of nature and figures. This work showcases Saftleven’s mastery in etching technique, a popular medium in 17th century Netherlands.