Laat deze, Zwitsersche tafreelen, / O kind'ren, uwen kunstmin streelen, / En leert er uit, dat werkzaamheid, / En eenvoud zegen om zich spreidt 1850 - 1870

"Laat deze, Zwitsersche tafreelen, / O kind'ren, uwen kunstmin streelen, / En leert er uit, dat werkzaamheid, / En eenvoud zegen om zich spreidt," is a series of 16 engravings by Willem Bal depicting various Swiss scenes from everyday life. Created between 1850 and 1870, these engravings showcase the simplicity and industriousness of Swiss life through the depiction of individuals engaged in activities like farming, traveling, and domestic chores. The artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum, and its dimensions are 394 mm in height and 315 mm in width. The work provides viewers with a glimpse into the 19th century Swiss way of life and the importance of hard work and simplicity.