Rede en Deugd brengen Amor bij Geluk 1736

This 1736 engraving by Dutch artist Pieter Yver depicts a scene of allegorical figures. "Rede en Deugd brengen Amor bij Geluk," translates to "Reason and Virtue lead Love to Happiness" and depicts two women, likely representing Reason and Virtue, guiding Cupid towards a seated woman, symbolizing Happiness. The scene is set within a frame, with the inscription "Les Illustres Françaises" suggesting a connection to famous French women. Yver's detailed engraving, showcasing the intricate folds of clothing and the expressive faces of the figures, exemplifies the Rococo style prevalent in 18th-century Europe.