Landschap met boerderijen en een veehoeder 1559 - 1561

This etching, "Landschap met boerderijen en een veehoeder," created between 1559 and 1561 by Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum, depicts a pastoral scene of farmhouses and cattle. The work is known for its detailed rendering of the natural world, with meticulous depictions of trees, clouds, and animals. The artist's use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and volume. The scene, while seemingly peaceful, subtly hints at the daily routines of rural life, featuring figures tending to the animals and a farm wagon in the background. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of the Dutch Renaissance interest in depicting landscapes and daily life.