Vijf dames zitten in tuin en lezen en handwerken 1807 - 1855

"Vijf dames zitten in tuin en lezen en handwerken," a delicate engraving by Johannes Alexander Rudolf Best, depicts a charming scene of five women gathered under a tree in a garden. The women are engaged in various activities, such as reading, sewing, and engaging in conversation. Best, a Dutch artist, was known for his detailed and realistic representations of everyday life, capturing the intimate moments of his subjects. The small scale of the engraving, measuring only 183 mm in height and 114 mm in width, adds to its delicate and intimate quality.