Staande boer 1625 - 1674

"Staande boer" is an etching by Dutch Golden Age artist Jan Lievens, created between 1625 and 1674. This small-scale print, measuring just 59mm x 36mm, depicts a standing peasant, likely a farmer, with a distinctive hat. The figure's pose is dynamic, and the artist's use of lines to create the peasant's clothing, particularly the folds and wrinkles, creates a sense of realism and texture. Lievens' skillful use of etching techniques is evident in the detailed lines and shading, highlighting the subject's form. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates Lievens' interest in portraying the lives of ordinary people, a common theme in Dutch Golden Age art.