Twee jongens in laten eenden schrikken 1835 - 1898

"Twee jongens in laten eenden schrikken" (Two Boys Frightening Ducks) is a black and white etching by Gerard Jan Bos. The work depicts two young boys hidden in the branches of a willow tree by a river, trying to scare a group of ducks swimming on the water. Bos was known for his detailed and realistic depictions of nature, and this work exemplifies his skill in capturing the quiet, almost melancholic beauty of the natural world. The piece was created between 1835 and 1898 and is a popular example of Dutch realism, and was likely intended for a domestic audience.