Boerengezin 1758 - 1808

Christina Chalon's "Boerengezin" (1758 - 1808), currently at the Rijksmuseum, is an etching depicting a Dutch peasant family inside a barn-like interior. The scene captures the everyday life of rural folks, showcasing a woman seated and holding a baby while two children stand before her, with a father looking in from outside. The artwork's detailed rendering of the figures and the rustic environment highlights Chalon's skill as an artist specializing in genre scenes, depicting the lives of ordinary people. The intimate portrayal of a farming family makes this etching a poignant representation of Dutch societal structures and the domestic life of the working class in the late 18th century.