Titelpagina voor: Jan Baptista Wellekens, "Amintas, Herdersspel van Torquatus Tasso", 1715 1715

This title page for a book by Jan Baptista Wellekens, "Amintas, Herdersspel van Torquatus Tasso", was created by Dutch artist Jan Goeree in 1715. The engraving depicts a scene with three figures, possibly representing the characters from the play, and a lyre, symbolizing music and poetry. The artwork, now at the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the decorative arts of the early 18th century, a time when book illustrations were highly valued. Goeree, a skilled engraver, brings detail and precision to the design, highlighting the text with a captivating visual element.