Vrouw met ketel 1841 - 1887

Anna Cécile Wilhelmina Jeanette Jacqueline Nahuys, a Dutch artist born in 1826, created the etching "Vrouw met ketel" between 1841 and 1887. The etching depicts a woman in a simple dress and a bonnet, focused on cleaning a large kettle on a table. Nahuys is known for her detailed and realistic portrayals of everyday life, often capturing domestic scenes with sensitivity. This small-scale work, measuring only 114 mm high and 74 mm wide, highlights the artist's attention to detail and her ability to create a sense of intimacy within a simple composition. "Vrouw met ketel" exemplifies the genre of realism in art, offering a glimpse into the daily activities of a woman in the 19th century.