Sight 1640 - 1670

"Sight" is an anonymous 17th-century Dutch etching depicting a couple looking into a mirror, their reflection showing a scene of rural life. The image is filled with symbolism, highlighting the theme of love and the passing of time. The couple's gaze towards the mirror suggests their interest in self-reflection and the perception of their own image. The scene reflected in the mirror, with its rustic setting and everyday figures, may represent the couple's shared reality and the simple life they lead. The work's detail and composition, characteristic of Dutch etching in the 17th century, evoke a sense of realism and intimacy.