Vrouw bestijgt ezel 1642 - 1669

"Vrouw bestijgt ezel" is a 17th-century etching by Flemish artist Jan Baptist de Wael (1632-1669). The print depicts a woman riding a donkey with a man and child walking beside her. The woman is dressed in traditional clothing and the donkey is being led by a man wearing a hat. The scene is depicted with fine detail and the composition is balanced. It’s likely a representation of a common scene in rural life at the time. The artwork is a small etching, measuring 88 mm in height and 130 mm in width. The print is an example of De Wael's talent for depicting everyday life in a realistic and engaging way.