Man drijft ezel 1660

"Man drijft ezel" is an etching by Giuseppe Maria Mitelli, created in 1660. The artwork portrays a man driving a donkey, depicted in a detailed and realistic manner. The man is dressed in simple clothing and is using a whip to urge the donkey forward. The donkey is laden with a large, wooden crate. The background features a cityscape, suggesting a rural setting. This etching, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Mitelli’s mastery in capturing everyday life in a masterful, expressive style. The subject matter of the work, a man driving a donkey, was a common sight in the Italian countryside of the 17th century. Mitelli’s use of etching technique provides a sense of detail and texture, enhancing the visual impact of the artwork.