Slapende dienstmeid in een keuken 1658 - 1706

"Slapende dienstmeid in een keuken" (Sleeping Maid in a Kitchen) is a 17th-century etching by Dutch artist Wallerant Vaillant. This artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a young maid sleeping in a dimly lit kitchen. The image captures a moment of quiet domesticity, with the maid's worn clothing and the simple kitchenware highlighting the realities of daily life. This genre of "genre painting" was popular in the Dutch Golden Age, and Vaillant's work is a fine example, showcasing his skill in capturing subtle details and atmospheric lighting. The etching’s intimate size and focus on everyday life invite viewers to consider the lives of ordinary people during this historical period.