Personificatie van Eendracht en Kracht 1670 - 1682

"Personificatie van Eendracht en Kracht" (Personification of Unity and Strength), created between 1670 and 1682 by Dutch artist Melchior Küsel, depicts a female figure symbolizing the strength and unity of the Dutch Republic. The figure, standing on a platform, holds a pomegranate in one hand, representing fertility and abundance, and a plate with grapes in the other, symbolizing prosperity. In the background, a cityscape, likely representing a Dutch city, hints at the setting of the artwork. The artwork is a fine example of baroque style, with its dramatic composition and emphasis on symbolism. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.