Allegorie op de Handel 1817 - 1883

Moses de Vries's "Allegorie op de Handel" (1817-1883) is an etching that depicts a seated female figure holding scales, representing Justice. The figure is surrounded by various symbols of trade and commerce, including a barrel, an anchor, a caduceus, and books. The image is a visual representation of the importance of commerce and trade, and the role that justice plays in maintaining a fair and equitable system. The etching, with its intricate lines and detailed composition, exemplifies the style of the 19th-century printmaking tradition.