Drie schenkkannen 1667

"Drie schenkkannen" (Three Pitchers), a 1667 etching by Françoise Bouzonnet, depicts three intricately detailed pitchers arranged on a simple shelf. The artist, known for her still-life works, utilizes delicate shading to create a sense of volume and light, highlighting the intricate details of each vessel. This etching exemplifies the refined aesthetic of 17th-century Dutch art, showcasing Bouzonnet's mastery in representing the beauty of everyday objects. The work is a fine example of the *vanitas* genre, reminding viewers of the fleeting nature of earthly things.