Vrouwen vinden een lichaam onder een bed 1705 - 1772

"Vrouwen vinden een lichaam onder een bed" is a 1705-1772 engraving by French artist Gabriel Huquier (1695-1772). It depicts a scene of shock and discovery, likely a murder, in a bedroom. The image captures the moment when women, dressed in 18th-century garb, uncover a body hidden under a bed, their expressions conveying horror and disbelief. The artwork’s dramatic composition, with its focus on the women’s reactions, highlights the theatrical and emotional impact of the scene, making it a compelling example of Rococo-era genre art. This piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, measures 380 mm in height and 297 mm in width.