Landschap met een vrouw die de as van Phocion verzamelt 1684

"Landschap met een vrouw die de as van Phocion verzamelt" (Landscape with a Woman Gathering the Ashes of Phocion), created by Etienne Baudet in 1684, depicts a classical scene where a woman kneels and gathers the ashes of the Athenian general Phocion. The dramatic composition, with the woman in the foreground and the ruins of a classical city in the background, evokes a sense of historical grandeur and the fleeting nature of human life. The intricate detail and refined lines characteristic of Baudet's style highlight the beauty of the landscape and the timeless significance of this historical event. This etching, measuring 575 mm in height and 756 mm in width, is a prime example of Baudet's mastery of the genre.