Boer bij een rokende aap 1628 - 1648

"Boer bij een rokende aap" (1628-1648), an etching by Jan Matham, depicts a humorous scene with a peasant standing in awe before a monkey smoking a pipe. The peasant is positioned next to a small, cloaked figure, likely a dwarf, adding to the fantastical nature of the piece. This etching is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the absurdity and wonder of everyday life, a characteristic of Dutch Baroque art. The composition, rich in detail, is further enhanced by the inscription at the bottom, contributing to the artwork's satirical undertones.