Allegorie op de schilderkunst 1600 - 1649

"Allegorie op de schilderkunst" (Allegory of Painting) is an etching by Daniël (I) Herreyns, a Flemish artist. The artwork depicts a woman, likely representing the art of painting, adorned with a laurel wreath. She holds a mirror in front of another figure, highlighting the reflective nature of art. A winged putto, symbolizing inspiration, sits at her feet, holding an artist's palette. The background includes architectural elements and a garden, suggesting an idealized setting. The use of line and hatching in this etching creates a sense of depth and detail, typical of the Baroque period.