Vechtpartij 1747 - 1812

"Vechtpartij" is an etching by Italian artist Pellegrino dal Colle created between 1747 and 1812. The scene depicts a dramatic fight between two women, one of whom is wielding a chair, while a child looks on in terror. The use of dramatic lighting and detailed figures adds to the intensity of the scene, making the work a prime example of the Baroque style, with a focus on drama and emotion. The Italian text at the bottom of the image suggests the artist might be trying to convey a moral lesson, perhaps about the consequences of anger or the need for forgiveness.