Twee putti bij gehelmd wapenschild 1752

This etching by Simon Fokke from 1752 features two putti (cherubs) flanking a heraldic shield with birds. The left putti holds a book, while the right putti kneels in prayer, perhaps representing the virtues of knowledge and faith. The ornate shield is adorned with doves, possibly symbolizing peace, and is set against a celestial backdrop with clouds and rays of light. The artwork, with its small size, is a delicate example of 18th-century Dutch engraving, highlighting the skill and craftsmanship of the artist.