Rocaille deur met vrouw en bode 1731 - 1788

"Rocaille deur met vrouw en bode" (Rococo Door with Woman and Footman) is an etching created by Johann Esaias Nilson between 1731 and 1788. The intricate design features a lavishly decorated door frame in the Rococo style, adorned with swirling, asymmetrical ornamentation and putti. The scene depicts a gentleman offering a letter to a woman as they stand before the door, highlighting the elegance and social etiquette of the era. This detailed print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artistic mastery of Nilson, known for his architectural designs and engravings.