Italianiserend landschap met ronde toren en twee geiten 1652 - 1728

This anonymous etching, "Italianiserend landschap met ronde toren en twee geiten," depicts a picturesque Italianate landscape featuring a round tower and two goats. The artist has used delicate lines to create a sense of depth and detail in the scene, capturing the rustic charm of the countryside. This small work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the 17th-century fascination with idealized Italian landscapes. The artwork, likely created between 1652 and 1728, exemplifies the popular "Italianizing" trend of the time, where Dutch artists sought to evoke the grandeur and beauty of Italian scenery.