Edelman en een geestelijke met kind in een rariteitenkabinet 1702 - 1767

Jacob Folkema's etching, "Edelman en een geestelijke met kind in een rariteitenkabinet," depicts a scene within a cabinet of curiosities, a popular trend in the 17th and 18th centuries. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, shows a gentleman in a lavish costume interacting with a priest and a child. The room is filled with various objects, including a globe, books, and a skeleton, all of which contribute to the sense of wonder and intrigue associated with these cabinets. This etching exemplifies the fascination with the natural world and scientific exploration that characterized the era. The detailed illustration, created between 1702 and 1767, provides a glimpse into the intellectual and artistic pursuits of the Dutch Golden Age.