Voorlezen van een brief 1655 - 1706

"Voorlezen van een brief" is an etching by Jan van Somer, dated between 1655 and 1706. The artwork depicts a scene of four figures, likely members of a family. A woman sits in the center, reading a letter to a seated woman. A man stands behind the woman, holding her hand while a woman stands next to him. This etching showcases Van Somer’s expertise in capturing the intimacy of everyday life. The detail in the figures' clothing and the use of light and shadow contribute to the naturalistic depiction of the scene.