Schoolmeester met drie leerlingen bij tafel 1671 - 1941

"Schoolmeester met drie leerlingen bij tafel" is an etching by Dutch Golden Age artist Adriaen van Ostade, depicting a scene of a teacher instructing three pupils at a table. This work showcases van Ostade's mastery of the genre of everyday life scenes, capturing the intimate details and expressions of his subjects. The etching, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the artist's interest in depicting the lives of ordinary people, a theme prevalent in Dutch art of this period. The small size of the piece and its focus on close-up details further contribute to its intimate and engaging character.