Zittende oude vrouw met rozenkrans 1769

"Zittende oude vrouw met rozenkrans" (Sitting Old Woman with Rosary) is an etching created in 1769 by Dutch artist Hendrik Nieuwenhuysen. The artwork portrays an elderly woman seated on a chair, her hands meticulously working on a rosary. The scene is set in a simple interior, suggesting a domestic setting. Nieuwenhuysen's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the woman's clothing, the textures of the furniture, and the subtle play of light and shadow. The composition, with its focus on the woman's quiet contemplation, evokes a sense of solitude and introspection, inviting viewers to contemplate the passage of time and the fragility of life. This etching is an example of genre art, often depicting scenes of everyday life.