Rustende heer voor herberg De Wandelaar 1706 - 1750

"Rustende heer voor herberg De Wandelaar," a 1706 - 1750 etching by Cornelis Troost (1696 - 1750), depicts a gentleman taking a break at a tavern called "De Wandelaar". The etching is characteristic of Troost's works, which often depict scenes of daily life in the Netherlands, including the leisurely pursuits of the wealthy class. The gentleman, seated comfortably outside the tavern, holds a glass, hinting at the social interactions and enjoyment often associated with taverns in the Dutch Golden Age. The detail of the tavern's sign, featuring a walking man, reinforces the connection to the title and theme. The etching is now housed in the Rijksmuseum and measures 211 mm in height and 159 mm in width.