Kustgezicht met drie mannen, vrouw met kind en verschillende dieren 1668 - 1725

This anonymous etching, dating from 1668-1725, depicts a coastal scene with a diverse cast of characters. In the foreground, a man sits with a child on his lap, surrounded by animals including a dog, a bull, and a turtle. A group of figures in a boat can be seen in the distance, while the sky above is filled with a striking depiction of clouds. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the life and landscape of the Dutch Golden Age, highlighting the importance of the sea and the natural world in the Dutch artistic tradition.