Man en meisje bij een ezel 1831 - 1904

"Man en meisje bij een ezel" (Man and girl with a donkey), created between 1831 and 1904, is a poignant etching by Belgian artist Arnoud Schaepkens (1816-1904). The piece depicts a simple scene of a man seated and a young girl standing beside a donkey. Schaepkens' masterful use of line creates a sense of depth and emotion, highlighting the quiet dignity of the figures and the animal. This intimate portrayal of everyday life exemplifies Schaepkens' artistic style, characterized by his keen observation and meticulous attention to detail.