Herder en herderin schuilend voor een storm 1600 - 1647

Moyses van Wtenbrouck's etching "Herder en herderin schuilend voor een storm," created between 1600 and 1647, depicts a shepherd and shepherdess seeking refuge from a storm. The scene is filled with dramatic lighting and a sense of urgency, highlighting the couple's vulnerability in the face of nature's fury. The intricate details of the landscape and the expressive figures, captured through the artist's skillful use of etching techniques, contribute to a powerful and immersive visual narrative. This 17th-century print exemplifies the Dutch Baroque style, characterized by its use of chiaroscuro and focus on everyday life.