Personificaties van de vier seizoenen 1600 - 1676

"Personificaties van de vier seizoenen" is a 17th-century engraving by Frederik Bouttats depicting the four seasons. The work features a distinct and clear visual language, with each season represented by a figure, emphasizing the cyclical nature of the year. Spring is personified by a woman holding a flower, Summer by a woman with a wreath of grain, Autumn by a woman with fruit, and Winter by an old man wrapped in a fur coat. This engraving, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a testament to Bouttats' skill as a draughtsman and engraver, showcasing the meticulous detail and masterful technique characteristic of his work.