Male figure holding a flute reclining on a rock and pointing over the heads of two children, from "The Triton Group" 1655 - 1666

This etching, a part of "The Triton Group," was created by Salvator Rosa between 1655 and 1666. The scene depicts a male figure reclining on a rock, holding a flute and pointing towards the sky above two children. The artist's skillful use of hatching creates a sense of depth and texture, adding a sense of realism to the composition. Rosa's signature style is evident in the dramatic landscape and the dynamic poses of his figures. This etching, like many of Rosa's works, showcases his talent for portraying both the beauty and the wildness of nature. The etching belongs to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.