The rat catcher after 1632

This etching, titled "The Rat Catcher," is a work by an anonymous artist, likely created after 1632. Depicting a man holding a cage, the artwork captures a moment of transaction between a rat catcher and a customer, potentially in a doorway. The etching's intricate detail and the use of light and shadow contribute to its captivating portrayal of a common sight in 17th-century Dutch life. Its presence in the Rijksmuseum highlights its cultural and historical significance in Dutch art.