Matigheid omringd door de overige deugden 1731

This etching by Frederik Ottens depicts the Christian virtue of Moderation surrounded by other virtues. The central figure of Moderation, wearing armor and a helmet, is seated on a throne holding a scale and a book. The other virtues surrounding her include Faith, Hope, Charity, and Justice, each holding symbolic objects related to their virtues. The etching was created in 1731, a time when religious imagery was still highly prevalent in art, and it was likely intended to convey a moral message about the importance of moderation and the other virtues. This artwork is a fine example of a Dutch etching, a genre that flourished in the Netherlands during the 17th and 18th centuries. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.