Diogenes zoekt een mens 1720

"Diogenes zoekt een mens" (Diogenes Seeks a Man) is an etching by Dutch artist Bernard Picart, created in 1720. It depicts the Greek Cynic philosopher Diogenes holding a lit lantern in his hand, searching for an honest man amongst a group of people wearing masks. Picart’s work is characteristic of the Rococo period, known for its elegant, light-hearted style and emphasis on everyday life. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a small yet detailed work, measuring just 67mm in height and 75mm in width.