Lezende vrouw 1633 - 1672

"Lezende vrouw" (Reading Woman) is a small etching by Dutch artist Willem Basse, created between 1633 and 1672. The print depicts a woman in profile, seated and engrossed in a book. The simple composition and detailed rendering of the woman's features and the book emphasize the act of reading. The work, measuring only 53 mm by 47 mm, is a testament to Basse's skill in capturing the quiet intimacy of everyday moments through the art of printmaking.