Monniken delen voedsel uit aan pelgrims op een binnenplaats c. 1733 - 1762

"Monniken delen voedsel uit aan pelgrims op een binnenplaats" is an etching created by the Dutch artist Jean Moyreau, circa 1733-1762, depicting a group of monks distributing food to pilgrims in a courtyard. The scene is set in a dilapidated building, with the focus on the figures and their gestures of generosity and gratitude. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artistic skill of Moyreau in capturing a moment of human interaction and conveying a sense of compassion. The etching, measuring 368 mm in height and 473 mm in width, provides a detailed and intimate portrayal of daily life in 18th century Europe.