Aankomst van Sancho Panza op het eiland Barataria 1746

"Aankomst van Sancho Panza op het eiland Barataria" is an etching by Pieter Tanjé, created in 1746. This detailed scene depicts the arrival of Sancho Panza, the squire from Miguel de Cervantes's novel "Don Quixote," to the island of Barataria, a comical kingdom ruled by a mischievous governor. The print showcases Tanjé's skill in depicting a crowded, dynamic scene with a focus on expressive figures and detailed architectural elements. The scene, full of exaggerated gestures and expressions, captures the essence of the humorous episode from the novel. The artwork is currently located in the Rijksmuseum.