Waarheid en Poëzie in gesprek 1740

"Waarheid en Poëzie in gesprek" (Truth and Poetry in Conversation), an engraving created in 1740 by Jan Caspar Philips, depicts a scene with allegorical figures of Truth and Poetry. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Philips' mastery of detail and the use of light and shadow to create depth. The figures are surrounded by classical architecture, symbolizing the connection between art and history. The scene depicts a conversation between the figures, suggesting the harmonious relationship between truth and creative expression, as well as their ability to inspire one another.