Poesia 1670 - 1724

Jacob Gole's "Poesia" is a 17th-century etching that depicts a woman seated in a chair and writing at a table. The engraving, held in the Rijksmuseum, presents a powerful image of female creativity, portraying the figure as a symbol of artistic expression and intellect. The use of light and shadow, along with the ornate furniture and elaborate dress of the figure, reflects the style of Dutch Baroque art. "Poesia" is a significant work in the artistic depiction of the muse of poetry.