Kind met tamboerijn en zandloper 1593 - 1597

"Kind met tamboerijn en zandloper" (Child with Tambourine and Hourglass) is an engraving by Jacob Matham dating from 1593-1597. The artwork depicts a young child sitting with an hourglass and a tambourine, symbols of time and joy. It is a fine example of 16th century Dutch art, and the intricate details, including the surrounding foliage, speak to the skill of Matham, a notable engraver of his time. The print, now located in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into how mortality and joy were perceived during this period.