Kinderen 1768 - 1846

This print, titled "Kinderen", was created by an anonymous artist and is now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The work depicts children in three separate panels, rendered with delicate lines. The artist captures children in moments of play and interaction. It feels like a snapshot of daily life, perhaps meant to evoke the universal experience of childhood. Without knowing the artist’s identity, it's difficult to uncover their intent, or the message behind the work. The image evokes questions about how childhood is shaped by societal norms and expectations. Are these images an idealized vision or do they reflect the realities of children's lives during the time it was made? The artist's decision to remain anonymous invites us to reflect on the collective nature of childhood experiences and the societal forces that shape them.