XI Keur baert angst 1614

"XI Keur baert angst" is an engraving by Roemer Visscher from 1614. It depicts two trees, one twisted and gnarled, the other more upright and healthy. The scene is likely meant to symbolize the proverb, "Choice breeds anxiety," suggesting that making a decision can lead to worry. This small, detailed engraving, part of a larger series, shows Visscher's skill as a printmaker and his keen interest in capturing the nuances of human nature through visual metaphors. It is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection.