Vader Tijd onthult de Waarheid 1702 - 1767

This print, made by Jacob Folkema, depicts Father Time unveiling Truth. Time, traditionally represented as an old, winged man with a scythe, here unveils Truth, who emanates divine light. This is a powerful scene, echoing motifs found throughout art history. Consider the unveiling gesture. We see it repeated across epochs, from ancient statues of veiled goddesses to modern performances. The act of revealing carries immense psychological weight, suggesting a shift from ignorance to knowledge, darkness to light. It speaks to our collective yearning to uncover the hidden aspects of existence. Notice the recurring motif of Time himself. Whether as Chronos devouring his children or a benevolent guide, he embodies the relentless march forward. Yet, time is not linear but cyclical. The past resurfaces, shaping our present and future. We can see how these symbols constantly evolve, reflecting our ever-changing understanding of the world. This constant re-emergence and re-evaluation of symbols show how culture persists and transforms across time.