Twee herders bij een ruïne 1618

This etching, *Twee herders bij een ruïne*, was created by Claes Jansz. Visscher in 1618. It depicts two shepherds standing in front of a crumbling ruin, a common theme in 17th-century Dutch art reflecting the transience of life. The image is characteristic of Visscher's style, emphasizing the atmospheric quality of the scene through delicate lines and subtle shading. The ruins, a testament to the past, are rendered with an almost melancholic tone, while the figures of the shepherds add a touch of humanity. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.