Lezende vrouw in een landschap en vrouw bij een waterput 1760

This etching by Johann Georg Wille, dating back to 1760, is a composition of two scenes depicting rural life. The upper scene shows a woman seated on a rock in a picturesque landscape, while the lower scene features a woman drawing water from a well near a rustic building. Wille's masterful use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and detail, highlighting the serene beauty of the countryside and the simple activities of its inhabitants. This work, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, exemplifies Wille's expertise in etching, a technique that captured the nuances of light and shadow, contributing to his reputation as one of the finest printmakers of the 18th century.