A Peasant Replying: "Dats niet" (That's nothing)
1634
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a big, rough-looking man in baggy clothes, leaning on a cane. His hat sits low over his face, and his beard is wild. Behind him, a smaller figure walks away, carrying a bundle. The lines are scratchy and uneven, like they were drawn fast. The big guy’s face is twisted in a scowl, and the words *"Dats niet"* (That’s nothing) are written above him—maybe he’s arguing. The artist signed it in the corner. If you like this style, check out etching to see how artists use ink and metal plates to make prints.
