Studie voor een allegorie op de Republiek: vrouw met boek op haar schoot 1880 - 1883

"Studie voor een allegorie op de Republiek: vrouw met boek op haar schoot" is a study for an allegory of the Republic by French artist Rodolphe Bresdin, created between 1880 and 1883. The drawing depicts a seated woman wearing a laurel wreath, holding an open book on her lap. The woman is a personification of the Republic, and the book symbolizes knowledge and wisdom. Bresdin was known for his detailed and expressive drawings, which often explored themes of allegory and symbolism. The study is a testament to his skills and his interest in political and societal themes.