Le Jeu d'Echecs c. 1680

*Le Jeu d'Echecs* is a 17th century etching by the Dutch artist Barent Velthuysen, depicting a scene of a couple playing chess. The etching, which is likely an illustration for a book, captures the elegant attire and refined social interactions of the time. The couple is portrayed in an intimate setting, highlighting the popularity of chess as a pastime among the wealthy elite. This print demonstrates the skill of Velthuysen in capturing the nuances of human interaction through the medium of printmaking.