Triomf van de waarheid 1558 - 1656

"Triomf van de waarheid" (Triumph of Truth), an anonymous Dutch engraving from the 17th century, depicts a scene of allegorical triumph. A nude female figure, representing Truth, sits on a cloud surrounded by cherubs, while below, figures react to her presence. This print is a complex composition, symbolizing the power of truth, the acceptance of its message, and the resistance and persecution that may follow. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, measures 319 mm in height and 403 mm in width.