Bedelaar met stok en kruk, hoed in de linkerhand 1630 - 1665

This etching by Salomon Savery, dated between 1630 and 1665, portrays a beggar leaning on a stick with a hat in his hand. The detailed lines and cross-hatching create a sense of depth and texture, rendering the figure realistically, even in the small size. The composition centers on the figure, with the background suggesting an urban setting. This artwork reflects the Dutch Golden Age's fascination with depicting everyday life, particularly the social realities of poverty and begging.