Reizigers met ezels en hoefsmid bij een smederij c. 1758

"Reizigers met ezels en hoefsmid bij een smederij" (Travelers with Donkeys and a Blacksmith at a Forge) is an etching by Dutch artist Jean Jacques Le Veau from c. 1758. The image depicts a lively scene of travelers and animals gathered outside a forge, set against the backdrop of a dramatic rocky landscape. The composition, dominated by the large, looming rock formations, adds a sense of depth and grandeur to the scene. Le Veau's etching exemplifies the Dutch tradition of depicting everyday life with a keen eye for detail and a sense of realism, making it a popular subject for art collectors. The Rijksmuseum, where the print is currently housed, provides visitors with a glimpse into the daily lives of people in the Netherlands during the 18th century.