Fabel van de man en de hond 1769

"Fabel van de man en de hond" (The Fable of the Man and the Dog), created in 1769 by Dutch artist Simon Fokke, depicts a man offering a piece of bread to a dog, while a second man gestures towards the dog with a curious expression. The etching, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a small work measuring only 43mm by 41mm, yet captures the essence of a simple yet impactful scene. Fokke, known for his detailed and expressive etchings, beautifully portrays the interaction between the three figures in a picturesque rural setting.