XXXVI Licht en dicht 1614

"XXXVI Licht en dicht," a 1614 engraving by Dutch artist Roemer Visscher, is a part of a series of illustrations accompanied by text in the book "Het Eerste Schock." This particular image shows a building with a window, sunlight streaming in through the bars. This small etching is typical of Visscher's work, employing fine lines and intricate detail to create a realistic and evocative scene. "Licht en dicht" is a Dutch phrase meaning "light and dark," which underscores the play of light and shadow in the composition. This artwork, currently located at the Rijksmuseum, provides insight into the Dutch engraver's art in the early 17th century.