Filosofen en astronomen 1620 - 1664

"Filosofen en astronomen" (Philosophers and Astronomers) is an anonymous etching from the 17th century, housed in the Rijksmuseum. The print depicts a group of four figures, likely scholars, in a courtyard setting. Their engaged posture and the presence of a telescope and other instruments suggest a scene of intellectual discourse. The artist uses subtle lines to create a sense of depth, conveying the figures' volume and the surrounding architecture. This engraving, a medium popular in the Dutch Golden Age, offers a glimpse into the world of scholarship and scientific exploration during this period.