Slapende Ragotin vastgebonden en ontvoerd 1705 - 1772

This etching, titled "Slapende Ragotin vastgebonden en ontvoerd," created by Gabriel Huquier between 1705 and 1772, depicts a scene of a man tied up and being transported by a donkey-drawn cart. The composition highlights the physical struggle of the bound man, his face contorted in pain. It speaks to a theme of human vulnerability and the consequences of folly. The use of etching, a technique where an acid solution bites into a metal plate to create the image, adds a distinct texture to the work, emphasizing the rough and raw nature of the event. This print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing its historical significance and artistic merit.