Houthakker 1660

"Houthakker" is an etching by the Italian artist Giuseppe Maria Mitelli, created in 1660. The artwork depicts a man carrying an axe on his shoulder, his body rendered in a realistic style. This etching, part of a larger series, demonstrates Mitelli's ability to capture the human form with meticulous detail. The figure's pose, the textured rendering of the axe and clothing, and the overall composition create a sense of gravitas and realism. This etching, now in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Mitelli's mastery of printmaking and his focus on the everyday lives of ordinary people.