Landschap met Tobias en de vis 1620 - 1686

Nicolas Cochin created this small landscape etching, "Landschap met Tobias en de vis," in the 17th century. Cochin, working in an era of religious and political upheaval, would have understood how landscapes could serve as a profound backdrop for human stories. Here, the figures of Tobias and the angel exist in the lower right, almost as an afterthought. The eye is drawn instead to the grandeur of the natural world, the trees, the distant hills, and the promise of the sky. Cochin's landscapes aren't just about pretty scenery; they evoke a deep sense of place and belonging, reflecting on the human relationship with nature and the spiritual dimensions of everyday life. The emotional resonance of this work lies in its ability to connect the viewer to a sense of peace and wonder. This etching invites us to reflect on our own place within the larger landscape of existence.