A Woman Spinning, Plate 4 from "Five Feminine Occupations" 1635 - 1657

"A Woman Spinning," one of five plates depicting feminine occupations by Dutch artist Geertruydt Roghman, is a detailed etching and engraving showcasing a woman seated in a chair as she spins yarn with a spinning wheel. The artist is known for her depiction of everyday domestic life and her focus on the female experience. The print is a beautiful example of Roghman’s skill in capturing the details of both human figures and objects, creating a scene that is both realistic and evocative. The print is in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and is a powerful representation of the domestic tasks that were integral to life in 17th-century Europe.