Anne Zernike voert de kippen 1917

"Anne Zernike voert de kippen" is a 1917 etching by Dutch artist Jan Mankes, known for his detailed and poignant depictions of nature. The etching portrays a woman, likely Anne Zernike, feeding chickens in a rural setting. Mankes's masterful use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and texture, emphasizing the delicate details of the scene. The simple composition, with a lone figure against a backdrop of farm buildings and sunflowers, highlights the connection between humans and their natural surroundings. The work exemplifies Mankes's fascination with the quiet beauty of everyday life and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects with sensitive and expressive lines.