Vadertje Tijd met kinderen 1768

Christian Bernhard Rode's 1768 etching, "Vadertje Tijd met kinderen," is a fine example of Rococo style. Depicting Father Time with three children, the work uses detailed, swirling lines to capture the movement of the figures and the emotional weight of the scene. The composition is dynamic, with Father Time reclining on a pedestal, and the children looking up at him with a mixture of awe and apprehension. The work, which is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a testament to Rode's mastery of etching, and his ability to convey the complexities of human emotions.