Boeren met wapens jagen rijken uit hun woning 1610

"Boeren met wapens jagen rijken uit hun woning" (Peasants with weapons chase the rich out of their home) is a 1610 etching by Boëtius Adamsz. Bolswert, depicting a chaotic scene of farmers wielding pitchforks and other farm tools, driving out wealthier citizens from their home. The dynamic composition and expressive figures contribute to the sense of urgency and chaos, a common theme in Dutch Baroque art. The artwork highlights the social tension between the lower and upper classes, a subject often explored in 17th century Dutch art. The etching, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the social commentary and artistic trends of the era.