De Adolescentie 18th century

"De Adolescentie" is an 18th-century print by Giovanni Volpato, an Italian artist known for his engravings and etchings. The print, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, features a charming depiction of youth, with a man in a fashionable coat courting a woman who sits next to another woman playing a lute. The ornate frame of the print features intricate floral motifs and scrolled ornamentation typical of the Rococo style. Volpato's "De Adolescentie" provides a glimpse into 18th-century fashion and social interaction, capturing the elegance and romanticism of the era.