Twee vrouwen en hond bij koeien 1611 - 1650

This small, undated print, titled *Two Women and a Dog with Cows*, comes from an anonymous hand. The image depicts a pastoral scene where the lives of women, animals, and nature intertwine, reflective of agrarian societies throughout history. The women in the print are not individualized; rather, they seem to embody archetypal roles connected to the land and its care. This representation raises questions about the historical roles ascribed to women, particularly in rural settings, where their labor was often essential yet undervalued. What does it mean to see these figures in this composition? The image offers a vision of harmony, but it also acknowledges the realities of labor and the complex relationships between humans and the natural world. The print invites us to consider the layers of meaning embedded in such seemingly simple scenes.