Filosoof in zijn studeerkamer gestoord door een boze vrouw 1824 - 1865

"Filosoof in zijn studeerkamer gestoord door een boze vrouw" (Philosopher in his study disturbed by an angry woman), an etching by Louis Antoine Carolus (1814-1865), depicts a scene of domestic life. A seated man, likely a philosopher or scholar, engrossed in his studies, is interrupted by a woman peering from an upper window. The scene, a glimpse into the artist's vision of domestic harmony, is presented in Carolus' signature style, a blend of realism and romanticism. The etching, created between 1824 and 1865, showcases Carolus' mastery of tonal contrasts, creating a sense of intimacy and immediacy. The work is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a unique window into the artistic landscape of 19th century Netherlands.