Mensen en vee bij een bron 1766 - 1774

"Mensen en vee bij een bron" (People and Cattle at a Spring), an engraving by James Mitchell created between 1766 and 1774, depicts a lively scene of rural life. The print shows a group of figures, including a woman milking a goat, a man with a donkey, and a group of children, all gathered around a spring. The figures are depicted in detail, showcasing Mitchell's skill as a draughtsman. The artwork's inscription, "The Flemish Farm," and the subtitle "From the painting of J. Neefs, in the possession of Earl Morrice," suggest that Mitchell's print is a reproduction of a painting by the Flemish artist Johannes Neefs, a popular genre painter of the 17th century. The print is a testament to the artistic skill of both Mitchell and Neefs, and its depiction of everyday life provides viewers with a glimpse into the rural world of the 18th century.