Allegorie met drie goddelijke deugden Geloof (Fides) en Hoop (Spes) en Liefde (Caritas) 1623 - 1660

"Allegorie met drie goddelijke deugden Geloof (Fides) en Hoop (Spes) en Liefde (Caritas)" is an etching from the 17th century by Pieter de Bailliu, depicting the three theological virtues: Faith, Hope, and Charity. The composition features three women representing these virtues, each with a symbol associated with them. Faith holds a chalice and a cross, Hope is shown holding a chalice, and Charity is depicted breastfeeding a child and being embraced by another. The artwork is a good example of the use of allegory in art and offers insight into the theological beliefs of the time. The use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and detail, characteristic of etching. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Pieter de Bailliu's skill as a printmaker.