Vrouw met zwaard en dienstmeid bij een dode man 1780

"Vrouw met zwaard en dienstmeid bij een dode man" (Woman with a sword and a maid beside a dead man) is an etching created by the Dutch artist Joseph de Longueil in 1780. The print, measuring 184mm x 117mm, depicts a dramatic scene, likely inspired by a literary source. A woman in an elaborate dress kneels beside a dead man, holding a sword. A maid stands behind, gesturing toward the fallen man. The print's composition, with its strong diagonal lines and dramatic lighting, heightens the sense of tragedy and suspense. De Longueil, known for his etchings and engravings, was active in the late 18th century and contributed significantly to the visual arts of his time.