Jonge vrouw en een koppelaarster 1670 - 1713

"Jonge vrouw en een koppelaarster" (Young Woman and a Matchmaker) is an etching by Dutch artist Pieter Schenk (1660-1711), dated to between 1670 and 1713. This piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a young woman seated with an older woman, likely a matchmaker, beside her. The subtle details of the scene, such as the woman's jewelry, the decorative bottle on the table, and the small dog, hint at the societal pressures of courtship and marriage during the 17th century in the Netherlands. The intricate use of light and shadow in this etching adds to its captivating atmosphere and draws the viewer's attention to the intimate interaction between the two women.