Lezende vrouw in tuin 1806

"Lezende vrouw in tuin" is a black and white engraving from 1806 by Dutch artist Daniël (I) Veelwaard. The engraving depicts a woman sitting on a bench in a garden, reading a book. The scene is framed by a circle, and the background is filled with trees. The engraving is part of a book of fables and short stories by A. La Fontaine. This engraving, a fine example of 19th-century illustrative art, captures a peaceful and contemplative moment. The delicate lines and shading create a sense of depth and realism, while the circular frame draws the viewer's attention to the central figure of the woman reading. The artwork is now located at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.