Figuur in harnas met kroon en scepter 1682 - 1730

This etching, created between 1682 and 1730 by Dutch artist Jacobus Harrewijn, depicts a crowned and armored figure holding a scepter. The figure stands atop a crocodile with a crown of thorns and a triangle above its head. The scene is filled with symbols, including an eagle, a sun, a crescent moon, and pyramids. The intricate details of the image and the use of symbolism suggest an allegorical meaning. The etching, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, exemplifies the intricate artistry of Dutch printmaking.