Ontvangst van post door een postbode te paard after 1666

"Ontvangst van post door een postbode te paard" (Reception of mail by a postman on horseback) is an etching by Dutch artist Joost van Geel. Created after 1666, the print depicts a postman on horseback delivering mail to a man in a boat. The scene takes place on a calm body of water, with a distant town visible in the background. The composition is typical of Van Geel's works, capturing everyday life with an attention to detail and realism. The etching is a valuable piece of historical documentation, offering a glimpse into the communication systems of the 17th century.