Mensen bij een houten gebouw 1704 - 1727

This pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Jan Goeree, titled "Mensen bij een houten gebouw," depicts a group of people in a wooded setting. The figures are dressed in a variety of clothing, some in traditional garb, others with more modern attire. In the foreground, a man with a sword stands near a small child, while others gather around a simple wooden structure. The scene's details and composition evoke a sense of curiosity and exploration, drawing the viewer into the daily lives of the depicted people. Goeree's work, often depicting scenes from exotic cultures, is representative of the artistic interest in global exploration during the 17th and 18th centuries.