Een soldaat maakt een jonge vrouw avances 1830 - 1845

This 19th-century lithograph by Henricus Wilhelmus Couwenberg, titled "Een soldaat maakt een jonge vrouw avances" (A Soldier Makes Advances to a Young Woman), depicts a soldier in classical garb attempting to court a young woman while two other women look on. The scene is set in an architectural setting with a classical column and a doorway, adding a sense of grandeur to the moment. This work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Couwenberg's skill in capturing the drama and tension of everyday life through intricate detail and expressive figures, showcasing a talent for conveying human emotion through precise linework and skillful shading.