Gehoor 1683 - 1710

"Gehoor" (Hearing), created by Bernard Picart between 1683 and 1710, depicts a scene of romantic courtship. The etching shows a man and woman seated together in a landscape, their eyes locked in deep conversation. The woman holds a book, likely a collection of love poems, and the couple's posture suggests a shared intimacy. The text at the bottom of the print underscores the theme of love and music, with verses referencing the power of love songs to ignite passion. This piece is a classic example of 17th-century Dutch art, demonstrating Picart's mastery of detail and emotional expression in engraving.