Avond 1636 - 1679

"Avond" (Evening), a 17th-century etching by Frans van den Wijngaerde, depicts three figures in a dimly lit interior. A man standing near a fireplace holds a pipe and looks directly at the viewer, while another man, turned away, pours from a jug. The etching captures the intimate moment of a gathering, illustrating a common scene in Dutch life during the Golden Age. The artwork is now located in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the artist's skill in creating a sense of depth and realism in this small-scale print.