Boerenschuur en huis met trapgevel 1559 - 1561

"Boerenschuur en huis met trapgevel" (Farmhouse and House with a Gable Roof), a 16th-century etching by Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum, depicts a serene rural scene. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the essence of Dutch countryside life with its detailed portrayal of a farmhouse, a house with a distinctive gable roof, and a flock of sheep grazing in a field. The meticulous lines of the etching create a sense of tranquility and capture the architectural details of the buildings. The artist's choice of subject matter reflects the importance of agriculture in Dutch society during this period.