The Sleeping Herdsman

etching and drypoint, c. 1644

This has every appearance of being an innocent scene of a sleeping old man, but that is a sham. The herder and herdswoman are busy with other matters than tending the cows. The couple keeps a close watch on the old man, albeit his presence only adds to the thrill of the game.

  • Artwork typeprint
  • Object numberRP-P-1961-1098
  • Dimensionsheight 78 mm x width 57 mm
  • Physical characteristicsets en burijn

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