Drie figuren drinken en roken rond een vat 1655 - 1700

This etching, "Drie figuren drinken en roken rond een vat", by Jan van Somer, depicts three figures in a dimly lit scene gathered around a barrel. The figures are casually dressed and engaged in a scene of revelry, with two of them smoking pipes and the third holding a glass. The work captures the atmosphere of a tavern or gathering place, highlighting the social interactions and habits of the time. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, with its interplay of light and shadow, contributes to the dramatic effect of the scene. The etching is a small piece, measuring 242 mm in height and 164 mm in width. This artwork offers insight into the social customs and activities of people during the 17th century.