First Scene of Thieves 1804 - 1810

"First Scene of Thieves" is an etching created by the German artist Gror between 1804 and 1810, currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The etching depicts a scene of a robbery in progress, with three thieves breaking into a house and robbing a woman and a child. The thieves are shown in a dramatic pose, while the woman and child appear to be frightened and helpless. The use of light and shadow helps to create a sense of suspense and drama, and the scene is full of details that suggest the chaos and danger of the moment. This etching exemplifies the use of etching as a medium for storytelling and social commentary, reflecting the anxieties of the time.