Twee putti bij een vuur 1618 - 1655

"Twee putti bij een vuur" is an etching by Cornelis Schut, a prominent Flemish painter and draughtsman, dating from 1618-1655. The etching, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts two cherubs engaged in a lively scene, their bodies contorted in a dynamic pose. The artist's skillful use of hatching creates a sense of volume and depth, highlighting the cherubs' playful energy. The small size of the print, 54 mm by 76 mm, reflects the intimate nature of the scene and the artist's attention to detail. Schut's etching exemplifies the flourishing of Baroque art in the Netherlands, characterized by dramatic movement and expressive figures.