XLIV Penetrat et Solidiora 1614

"XLIV Penetrat et Solidiora" is an engraving by Roemer Visscher dating back to 1614. This print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts an arrow piercing through a heart, which is being pierced by a horseshoe as well. The image, likely an allegory for the power of love and its impact on the human experience, is representative of Visscher's intricate and symbolic work. This piece exemplifies the artistic style prevalent in the early 17th century, highlighting the Dutch tradition of allegorical and symbolic representations in art.