Schrijver, muze en dieren 1728

This 1728 engraving by Dutch artist Joseph Mulder depicts a writer, a muse, and a scene of animals. The writer, seated on the left, is in the act of writing, while the muse, seated on the right, gazes at him with a thoughtful expression. The upper portion of the engraving portrays a scene of animals within a stage setting, which may represent the subject matter of the writer's work. This artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and is an excellent example of 18th-century engraving, known for its detailed depiction of human figures and scenes.