Boereninterieur met bonenpellers c. 1760

This 18th-century etching by Jacques Philippe Le Bas, titled "Boereninterieur met bonenpellers" (Farmers' Interior with Bean Shellers), depicts a family of peasants engaged in a domestic task. The scene, likely set in a Dutch or Flemish farmhouse, showcases the artist's skill in rendering the rustic setting and everyday life. Le Bas, known for his printmaking, uses meticulous detail to bring the scene to life, including the tools and implements used for shelling beans. This print provides a glimpse into the realities of rural life in the 18th century and demonstrates Le Bas's expertise in capturing the essence of everyday life.