Smaak 1684 - 1756

"Smaak" (Taste) is an etching by Martin Engelbrecht, a Dutch artist, and depicts a scene of people enjoying a cup of coffee. The etching, created between 1684 and 1756, features five figures in a garden setting. The figures are elaborately dressed, showcasing the fashion trends of the time. The scene highlights the social significance of coffee drinking in the 17th and 18th centuries, an activity associated with refinement and leisure. The artwork is a visual representation of a cultural practice, with the figures engaged in conversation while enjoying coffee. The etching is held in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing its historical and artistic value.