Visser en kussend paar 1832 - 1897

"Visser en kussend paar" is a lithograph by Dutch artist Alexander Ver Huell, depicting a scene of romantic tension and societal satire. The piece is housed in the Rijksmuseum. The central figure is a man absorbed in fishing while a couple engages in an amorous embrace in the background, highlighting the contrast between solitude and companionship. The artist's sharp observation of social dynamics is evident in the humorous juxtaposition of the fisherman's obliviousness and the couple's overt affection. The work is a commentary on love, leisure, and the complexities of human relationships, providing a glimpse into 19th-century Dutch life and social values.