Herders met vogelkooi after 1736

"Herders met vogelkooi" is an etching by Nicolas de Larmessin, a French artist active during the 18th century. The print depicts a pastoral scene with two couples and a group of sheep. One couple, a shepherd and shepherdess, is seated under a tree, the man holding a birdcage. The second couple is barely visible, their back turned, in the foreground. The scene is idyllic, and the use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. The print is a fine example of Larmessin's work, which often featured romantic themes and pastoral settings. The art of Nicolas de Larmessin is often associated with Rococo-style engravings.