Zwitserse boerin 1855 - 1904

"Zwitserse boerin" (Swiss Peasant Woman) is an etching created by Dutch artist Arnoud Schaepkens between 1855 and 1904. The artwork depicts a woman in traditional attire, standing in a rural setting, possibly in Switzerland, as suggested by the title. The woman is holding a pail, hinting at her role in agricultural work. This etching exemplifies Schaepkens's interest in portraying everyday life, particularly the lives of common people, in a realistic and detailed manner. The work is a fine example of 19th-century realism and provides insight into rural life in the era.