Twee mannen maken pijlen en sikkels in een loggia 1608

This etching by Jacob van der Heyden, created in 1608, depicts two men working in a loggia. The scene is set in a bustling city street, with buildings and people visible in the background. The man on the left is crafting arrows, while the man on the right is working on a sickle. The artist’s detailed depiction of the figures, tools, and surrounding environment reflects the popular genre of Dutch "everyday life" scenes, often incorporating a moralistic message as seen in the text below. These small-scale works were popular during the 17th century, offering a glimpse into the working lives of people in the Netherlands.