Zes boeren zittend rond een ton bij een herberg 1613 - 1680

This anonymous etching, titled *Zes boeren zittend rond een ton bij een herberg* (Six farmers sitting around a barrel at an inn), depicts a lively scene of peasant life. The print, dated between 1613 and 1680, showcases six farmers gathered around a barrel, likely enjoying a drink and socializing. The setting, outside an inn with a tree and a glimpse of a village, suggests a rural gathering. The artist's use of fine lines and hatching conveys a sense of realism and detail. The print's subject matter, peasant life, was popular in the Netherlands during the Golden Age, reflecting the cultural and economic prominence of the rural population. This etching provides a fascinating glimpse into daily life and social interactions of the time.