Zittende bedelaar met zijn been in een mitella after 1635

This etching, "Zittende bedelaar met zijn been in een mitella" by Frederick Bloemaert, depicts a seated beggar with a bandaged leg holding out a bowl. The artwork is a detailed and realistic portrayal of a common sight in 17th-century Dutch society, emphasizing the artist's attention to detail and his ability to capture human emotions. The etching is a fine example of the Baroque period's focus on realism and social commentary, with its subject matter highlighting the plight of the poor. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and measures 127 mm in height and 82 mm in width.