Jong paar loopt langs oude vrouw die geld aanbiedt 1607

This 1607 engraving, created by an anonymous artist, depicts a young couple passing by an older woman offering coins. The intricate details of the clothing and the scene suggest a moral message about temptation and virtue, a common theme in 17th-century art. The engraving is housed at the Rijksmuseum, and it's a fascinating example of the anonymous artistic output of the Dutch Golden Age. The small size of the work (134mm x 95mm) suggests it was likely intended for personal use or collection.