De verloren zoon verspilt zijn erfenis 1581 - 1656

Nicolaes de Bruyn's etching, "De verloren zoon verspilt zijn erfenis", depicts a scene of revelry, likely inspired by the biblical parable of the Prodigal Son. The image, dated between 1581 and 1656, shows a group of figures, including musicians and women, enjoying a feast under a tree. The detail of the setting suggests a garden or outdoor environment, perhaps a vineyard, aligning with the theme of indulgence and excess. The artwork, which currently resides in the Rijksmuseum, captures the spirit of the 17th century and offers a glimpse into Dutch artistic traditions of the time.