Kindheid 1548 - 1570

"Kindheid" (Childhood), a 16th-century engraving by an anonymous artist, depicts a young child's portrait within an oval frame. The etching, created sometime between 1548 and 1570, showcases a detailed and realistic portrayal of the child's features, highlighting the innocence and vulnerability of childhood. The surrounding inscription, a Latin phrase referring to infancy, further emphasizes the theme of childhood and the ephemerality of youth. This artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artistic practices of the period and the cultural fascination with the representation of children.