Jongen met vogelnestje c. 1640 - 1670

"Jongen met vogelnestje" is an anonymous Dutch etching from the 17th century. This print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a young boy holding a bird's nest with his hands. The boy is looking down at the nest with a concerned expression, suggesting a sense of tenderness and responsibility. The etching is done in a realistic style with detailed rendering of the boy's features and the textured surface of the nest. It is a small artwork, measuring just 167 mm by 118 mm, but it carries a powerful message about the delicate nature of life. The inscription below the image suggests that the artwork may be related to a moral lesson or parable. The artwork offers an intriguing glimpse into the world of 17th-century Dutch art, with its focus on everyday life and human emotions.