The Young Drinker 1590 - 1610

"The Young Drinker" is an anonymous 17th-century Dutch etching depicting a young man seated beneath a grapevine, enjoying a drink. He wears a plumed hat and a richly decorated doublet and hose, a testament to the fashion trends of the period. The scene, executed in a realistic and detailed manner, likely reflects the Dutch culture's appreciation for both drinking and the pleasures of nature. The inscription below the image suggests the artwork was intended as a moralistic lesson. "The Young Drinker" showcases the Dutch fascination with the portrayal of everyday life, a defining characteristic of the 17th-century Dutch Golden Age art movement.