Vroedvrouw en juffrouw Katelijn 1641

Crispijn van de Passe (II)'s 1641 etching "Vroedvrouw en juffrouw Katelijn" portrays two women in oval frames, with the left depicting a midwife holding a swaddled baby and the right showing a woman breastfeeding. The etching is part of a larger series of prints titled "Dame Perinne fage femme" and "Damoiselle Cats trompeipdr va gentilig" that explore themes of morality and virtue in the Netherlands. The stark contrasts in lighting and detailed engravings showcase Passe's skill in creating a sense of depth and realism in the artwork. The artwork is a fine example of the Dutch Baroque style of art, with its focus on naturalism and moral narratives.