Man en vrouw met een kan 1698 - 1776

"Man en vrouw met een kan" is a 17th-century etching by Johannes de (II) Groot, a Dutch artist known for his detailed depictions of everyday life. This intimate scene depicts a man and woman seated at a table, the man offering a drink from a pitcher to the woman. The use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect, emphasizing the figures' forms and the somber mood of the composition. The artwork, measuring just 165 mm x 145 mm, is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, providing a glimpse into the domestic life of the Dutch Golden Age.