Man met een spade 1627 - 1665

"Man met een spade" is an anonymous 17th-century engraving, created sometime between 1627 and 1665. The artwork is small, measuring just 119 mm high and 114 mm wide. The image depicts a man digging with a spade, surrounded by a laurel wreath and flanked by two figures, one holding a spear and the other a scroll. The Latin inscription "FAC ET SPERA" (Do and hope) is visible above the man, hinting at the moral message of the work. This engraving is a fine example of Dutch graphic art from the 17th century, showcasing intricate detail and masterful use of line.