Eend met kuikens bij waterkant 1878 - 1909

"Eend met kuikens bij waterkant" (Duck with ducklings by the water's edge) is a woodcut print by Dutch artist Theo van Hoytema (1863-1917), dating from between 1878 and 1909. This delicate and detailed artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum and showcases van Hoytema's talent for capturing the natural world through precise lines and subtle shading. The composition features a mother duck with her brood of ducklings gathered near a water's edge, highlighting the protective instinct and tender bond between parent and offspring. The use of soft hues and delicate patterns conveys a sense of tranquility and the beauty of the natural world.