Tegenspoed doet ons naar de hemel verlangen 1679

This 1679 etching by Gaspar Bouttats, titled *Tegenspoed doet ons naar de hemel verlangen* (Adversity Makes Us Yearn for Heaven), depicts a mother breastfeeding a child. It is part of a series of engravings that utilize an allegorical approach to explore the human condition. The etching is framed within a decorative oval and features an inscription in Dutch with a moral message about overcoming adversity. Bouttats was known for his skill in producing detailed and expressive etchings, and this work exemplifies his signature style. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.