Rustende herder met twee geiten 1600 - 1650

"Rustende herder met twee geiten," a 17th-century etching by Nicolas de Son, depicts a shepherd resting with two goats. The artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates the artist's detailed attention to the natural world. De Son's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism, making the shepherd and goats appear almost tangible. The etching's small size, measuring just 110 mm by 157 mm, makes it a delicate and intimate portrayal of rural life.