Vrouw die garen op een haspel windt 1755

"Vrouw die garen op een haspel windt" (Woman Winding Yarn on a Reel) is a 1755 etching by Johann Georg Wille, depicting a woman in a darkened room winding yarn on a reel. The etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a reproduction of a painting by Gerard Douw. Wille's work is known for its detailed depiction of the woman's wrinkled face and the texture of her clothing. The composition, framed by an archway, emphasizes the solitary nature of the subject. The piece captures a moment of everyday life, highlighting the skills and labor of women in the 17th century.