Kaartende mannen 1690

"Kaartende mannen" (Card-playing Men) is an etching created by Dutch artist Jacobus Harrewijn in 1690. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts two men engaged in a game of cards, their expressions conveying the intensity and excitement of the game. Harrewijn's detailed engraving captures the textures of their clothing, the table, and the playing cards themselves, creating a realistic and intimate scene. This etching, measuring 57mm in height and 73mm in width, is a testament to Harrewijn's skill in capturing the everyday life of the Dutch people in the 17th century.