Lachende drinker 1670 - 1704

"Lachende Drinker" (Laughing Drinker) is an etching by Cornelis Dusart, a Dutch painter and printmaker. The artwork depicts a man sitting on a stool, raising a glass of wine to his lips and laughing heartily. The image captures the joy of drinking and camaraderie, a popular theme in 17th-century Dutch art. The etching is a small work, measuring 135 mm in height and 94 mm in width. Dusart's etching style, known for its sharp lines and detailed rendering, is evident in the depiction of the man's clothing, facial expressions, and the surrounding environment. This work is now part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.