Penning met een werkbank 1712

"Penning met een werkbank" (1712) is an etching by Dutch artist Bernard Picart. This intricate design features a circular central motif depicting a workbench and tools surrounded by a wreath of laurels and the inscription "Constanta et labore" (Constant and by Labor). The circular design is surrounded by a variety of musical instruments, including a recorder, a trumpet, and a lyre, which are intricately arranged around the central motif. The detail of the instruments, their placement and the inscription suggest a symbolic representation of perseverance and skill, with the work bench symbolizing labor and the musical instruments signifying the artistry and dedication required for achieving excellence. The etching, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Picart's mastery of graphic arts and the rich symbolism of 18th-century art.