Allegorie op de verliezen van de keurvorst van Beieren, 1742 1742

This 1742 engraving, titled "Allegorie op de verliezen van de keurvorst van Beieren", is an anonymous work depicting the losses suffered by the Elector of Bavaria. The artwork features a scene with figures in a room, some of whom are seated around a table and others are standing, one appearing to be in distress. The scene is likely meant to represent the Elector’s misfortunes, emphasizing his losses, which may be symbolized by objects on the floor or the figures’ postures. The text surrounding the scene in Dutch may offer further insight into the intended message. The detailed engraving serves as a visual allegory, making it a significant piece for studying the historical context of the Electorate of Bavaria.