Tweede eeuw 1667 - 1672

"Tweede eeuw" is an anonymous 17th-century engraving that depicts a human figure obscured by a series of vignettes. The figure's body is covered in small, detailed illustrations of daily life activities, creating a unique and intricate visual puzzle. The artwork utilizes the concept of anamorphosis, a distorted perspective that reveals the true image when viewed from a specific angle. The use of symbolism and allegory in this work is characteristic of 17th-century Dutch art, and the intricate detail invites the viewer to explore the various scenes and decipher their meanings.