Allegorie op Venetië en Genua 1779

This engraving titled "Allegorie op Venetië en Genua" by Dutch artist Simon Fokke (1712-1784) dates to 1779. The piece depicts a seated woman, possibly symbolizing Genoa, holding a globe while cherubs hold aloft a banner. The banner reads "Hedendaagsche Historie van Venetien en Genua," which translates to "Contemporary History of Venice and Genoa," referencing a historical chronicle. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of cityscape, likely a depiction of Venice. The engraving is housed in the Rijksmuseum and offers a glimpse into 18th-century Dutch artistic expression and the visual representation of historical narratives.