Personificatie van vrijgevigheid (Liberalitas) 1649

"Personificatie van vrijgevigheid (Liberalitas)" is an etching created by Matthias van Sommer in 1649. The artwork depicts the personification of generosity as a woman seated on a throne, radiating light and bestowing gifts upon those below. The composition highlights the theme of charity, generosity, and the distribution of wealth. The etching is a small work, measuring 126 mm in height and 69 mm in width, showcasing van Sommer's mastery in detail and precise lines. This work is a fine example of 17th-century Dutch art and embodies the ideals of generosity and philanthropy.