Peasants and a Mill 1689 - 1740

Franz de Paula Ferg's etching, "Peasants and a Mill," is a fine example of the artist's work, depicting a group of rural figures engaged in conversation beside a mill. The scene takes place in a picturesque landscape with a dilapidated mill structure, suggesting the harsh realities of daily life for those working the land. The etching, made between 1689 and 1740, captures the details of the figures' clothing and the surrounding environment with delicate lines, highlighting the artist's skill in this medium. The work is a small, intimate representation of peasant life, held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.