Triomf van de lijdzaamheid (Patientia) 1559 - 1676

This engraving, *Triomf van de lijdzaamheid (Patientia)*, depicts the triumph of Patience. Created by Dutch artist Dirck Volckertsz Coornhert between 1559 and 1676, it presents a strong allegorical figure of Patience, seated on a throne and holding a shield, while two figures, representing "Deijdelijkheid" (Idleness) and "Manghelijck maen" (Avarice), pull a wagon with her. This artwork, with its emphasis on allegorical figures and symbolism, represents the Dutch artistic tradition of the 16th century and is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection.