Illustratie voor de Decamerone van Boccaccio 1697

This etching by Dutch artist Romeyn de Hooghe, created in 1697, is an illustration for the Decameron, a collection of novellas by Boccaccio. The detailed, expressive style, characteristic of de Hooghe's work, portrays a chaotic scene of a brawl between several figures, with a woman looking down from a window above. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The small size of the etching, measuring 73 mm by 79 mm, creates an intimate and focused view of the dramatic event. This illustration is an excellent example of de Hooghe's mastery of etching and his ability to bring Boccaccio's stories to life with vivid detail and engaging storytelling.