De slapende boer van Stolwijk, 1707 1707

"De slapende boer van Stolwijk" is an etching created by B. van Kempen in 1707. The piece depicts a scene of a farmer sleeping in his bed, surrounded by family members. The etching is notable for its intricate details and use of light and shadow. The artwork is a satirical commentary on the life of a farmer in the Netherlands, with a series of verses describing the farmer's simple existence. This 18th-century Dutch print is a fascinating example of satirical art and provides a glimpse into rural life in the Netherlands during this period.