Antique Master Print-OLD-PEASANT-SEATED-Teniers-c.1650

Description

Depiction of a seated old peasant and three standing figures conversing near a rustic cottage. Teniers captures a humble rural scene with a soft etching technique, emphasizing the everyday life of the lower classes.

Made by David Teniers II after own design.

Medium: Etching on hand laid (verge) paper. Watermark: coat of arms.

Sheet size: 14.2 x 10.5 cm (5.59 x 4.13 inch). Image size: 14.2 x 10.5 cm. (5.59 x 4.13 inch).

Condition: good, given age. Slight paper loss at bottom right and at bottom paper edge. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.

DAVID TENIERS, PEASANT, 17TH CENTURY, ETCHING, RURAL LIFE, FLEMISH ARTIST | PCO-C102-11

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The print is from the 17th century, part of David Teniers II’s etchings of peasant life.

Reference: Bartsch 23.

Biography engraver: David Teniers II (1610-1690), a Flemish Baroque painter and etcher known for his depictions of peasant scenes, genre paintings, and landscapes. His works are notable for their lively yet intimate portrayal of rural life.