Koffie- en theehuis c. 1731 - 1788

"Koffie- en theehuis" (Coffee and Tea House) is an etching created by Dutch artist Johann Esaias Nilson around the mid-18th century. This detailed print, now held in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a picturesque outdoor scene featuring a group of figures enjoying refreshments in a garden setting. The composition is framed by a decorative architectural element, with the title written in a stylish script. Nilson's work captures the popular social activity of coffee and tea drinking in 18th-century Dutch society, highlighting the relaxed and convivial atmosphere of these gatherings.