Reverse Copy of Frontispiece, from Les Gueux suite appelée aussi Les Mendiants, Les Baroni, ou Les Barons (The Beggars, also called the Barons) 1625 - 1700

This anonymous etching, "Reverse Copy of Frontispiece, from Les Gueux suite appelée aussi Les Mendiants, Les Baroni, ou Les Barons (The Beggars, also called the Barons)," created between 1625 and 1700, is a detailed depiction of a heavily burdened beggar. The figure, dressed in tattered clothing, carries a large sack on his back and a staff over his shoulder, highlighting the harsh realities faced by those living in poverty during the period. The image includes a group of smaller figures in the background, further emphasizing the social inequality and hardships prevalent in the time. The etching, which was likely part of a larger series, provides a valuable glimpse into the lives of the marginalized and serves as a historical document reflecting the societal realities of the era. This artwork can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.