Boeren huizen met geiten en kippen 1620

"Boeren huizen met geiten en kippen" (1620) is an etching by Matthäus Merian, a prominent German artist known for his detailed depictions of landscapes and everyday life. This small-scale artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into rural life in the early 17th century. The etching showcases a simple farmstead, with thatched-roof buildings, a wooden gate, and a group of goats and chickens in the foreground. Merian's meticulous attention to detail, evident in the texture of the wood and the foliage, underscores the artist's ability to capture the essence of everyday life in his etchings.