Arlequin geeft zijn kind een pak slaag met de roede 1720 - 1728

This anonymous etching, "Arlequin geeft zijn kind een pak slaag met de roede," is a satirical depiction of the character Arlequin, a traditional character in commedia dell'arte, beating his child. Created between 1720 and 1728, the etching is characterized by its detailed linework and dramatic composition. The scene is set outdoors, with the figures positioned against a backdrop of trees and sky. The artist's use of shadow and light adds a sense of depth and realism to the scene. The inscription below the image adds a humorous and ironic twist to the depiction of the brutal act.