Vader en zoon met de ezel op hun rug 1570 - 1612

"Vader en zoon met de ezel op hun rug" is an engraving by Dutch artist Karel van Mallery, dating from 1570-1612. The artwork depicts a scene where a father and son struggle to carry a large donkey on their backs. The scene is framed by an ornate border, and is accompanied by Dutch inscriptions. This artwork is a fine example of the Dutch Golden Age engraving style. It was created during a period of great wealth and artistic flourishing in the Netherlands, when artists like Van Mallery were celebrated for their technical skill and their ability to capture the beauty and detail of the world around them.