Two Men Seated Near the Waterside 

This etching, likely created by Dutch artist Herman van Swanevelt sometime between 1603 and 1655, depicts two men seated near the water's edge. The composition is framed by an oval border, drawing attention to the picturesque landscape. The figures, rendered in detail, occupy a prominent position in the foreground, while the background features a rolling hillscape and a winding river. The meticulous rendering of the trees, foliage, and clouds creates a sense of depth and realism, characteristic of van Swanevelt's work, which often explored the beauty of Italian landscapes.