Kinderen spelend met zwepen 1712

"Kinderen spelend met zwepen" (Children Playing with Whips) is an etching created in 1712 by Dutch artist Zacharias (II) Chatelain (1690-1754). This small-scale work depicts a group of children playing with whips in a rural setting. The scene, characterized by its dynamic composition and intricate detail, highlights the artist's skillful use of line to capture the energy and innocence of childhood. The etching is housed in the Rijksmuseum and is a notable example of Chatelain's mastery of the printmaking technique.