Ziekte door dansen genezen, 1673 1673 - 1674

This 17th-century engraving, titled "Ziekte door dansen genezen," or "Curing Illness Through Dance," depicts a scene of a woman being treated by a group of dancers. The scene is set in a room with a table and multiple figures in elaborate clothing. The woman is seated, surrounded by dancers performing a lively dance. The artist, who remains anonymous, captured the lively and expressive nature of the scene. The work was likely created in the Dutch Republic and showcases a popular belief at the time that dancing could have therapeutic benefits. This intriguing image, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the historical practices of healing and the social dances that were prevalent in 17th-century Europe.