Het geopende graf van koning Croesus, ca. 1707-1708 1707 - 1708

"Het geopende graf van koning Croesus" (The Opened Tomb of King Croesus) is an etching by Carel Allard, dating back to 1707-1708. The image depicts a group of people mourning around the open tomb of King Croesus, a legendary king of Lydia, with a skeletal figure standing above. The artwork emphasizes the transient nature of life and wealth through the juxtaposition of the lavish tomb with the reminder of death. The work is a fine example of 17th century Dutch art, with its detailed figures and dramatic scene. This etching can be seen today at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.