Rustende herderin en herder bij watervalletje 1769

"Rustende herderin en herder bij watervalletje" (Resting Shepherdess and Shepherd by a Waterfall) is an etching by Dutch artist Hendrik Nieuwenhuysen. The artwork, created in 1769, showcases a pastoral scene, a popular subject for Dutch art of the time, with a shepherdess resting against a tree, her shepherd seated on a rocky outcropping nearby. The couple overlooks a waterfall, a serene backdrop for their tranquil moment. Currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, this etching exemplifies Nieuwenhuysen's skilled use of line and detail. The delicate lines capture the natural world, while the composition, featuring a strong diagonal element, creates visual interest.