Vrouw en ezel staan in ondiep water, een hond springt op voor haar voeten 1652 - 1659

"Vrouw en ezel staan in ondiep water, een hond springt op voor haar voeten" is a 17th century etching by the Dutch artist Karel du Jardin, depicting a woman wading in shallow water with a donkey, while a dog leaps in front of her. The image is a characteristic example of du Jardin's work, which often features animals and people in everyday settings. The etching displays a mastery of light and shadow, and the composition is balanced and harmonious. The detail of the figures and the realistic depiction of the animals make the piece a captivating example of the Dutch Golden Age's artistic mastery. The etching is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.