De melkboerin en de kan met melk 1876 - 1890

"De melkboerin en de kan met melk" (The Milkmaid and the Jug of Milk), created by Michelet between 1876 and 1890, depicts a milkmaid walking along a path. The scene is set in a rural village, with houses and rolling hills in the background. The milkmaid is dressed in a traditional Dutch costume, and she is carrying a jug of milk on her shoulder. The illustration is a charming portrayal of a simple life, highlighting the beauty of the Dutch countryside and its hardworking people. The artwork is part of a series illustrating fables by Jean de La Fontaine, capturing a traditional Dutch style with a focus on detail and the everyday life.