Gelukkig gezin 1791

"Gelukkig gezin" (Happy Family), a 1791 engraving by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, depicts a heartwarming scene of domestic bliss. The image shows a family of five, including parents and three children, gathered in a warmly lit room. The father sits in a chair, his wife and children surrounding him in a playful and loving embrace. The scene is a testament to the ideals of family life during the Enlightenment era, emphasizing the importance of affection and togetherness. The artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a small but powerful reminder of the enduring appeal of familial bonds.