Herder trekt een doorn uit de voet van de herderin 1769 - 1772

This etching, "Herder trekt een doorn uit de voet van de herderin," by Balthasar Anton Dunker (1746-1807), depicts a shepherd pulling a thorn out of a shepherdess’s foot. It exemplifies the artist’s mastery of detail and expression, capturing the intimacy of the scene. The delicate lines and subtle shading create a sense of realism, drawing the viewer into the world of the shepherds. The work, dating from 1769-1772, is a testament to Dunker's skill as a printmaker and his interest in depicting everyday life. This artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.