Vrolijke gastvrouw 1670 - 1724

Jacob Gole's "Vrolijke gastvrouw" is a Dutch etching, dated between 1670 and 1724, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The piece depicts a jovial scene, likely in a tavern, with a woman holding a pitcher of wine and leaning over a man who is seated. The woman's smile and the man's laughter convey a playful and flirtatious energy. The etching demonstrates Gole’s mastery of the medium and his ability to capture the lively atmosphere of a tavern.