Vrouwelijke personificatie van de deugd (?) 1588

"Vrouwelijke personificatie van de deugd (?)" is an engraving by Pieter van der Keere, created in 1588. The artwork depicts a female figure, likely representing a virtue, standing within an archway and holding a fish. The engraving is part of a series of prints by van der Keere, known for his detailed and expressive depictions of allegorical figures. The piece is a small, intricate work, demonstrating van der Keere's mastery of the engraving technique. The image's fine lines and delicate shading give the figure and its surroundings a sense of realism. The artwork is a valuable example of 16th-century Dutch printmaking and offers insights into the allegorical imagery popular during this period.