Allegorie van geschiedenis 1745

This anonymous etching, titled "Allegorie van geschiedenis," from 1745, is a detailed illustration depicting the allegorical figure of History. The composition features a winged angel, representing the past, guiding an older man, symbolizing the present, toward the future. The artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum and is a prime example of 18th-century Dutch allegorical art. Its intricate details, including the ornate frame and inscription, reflect the artistic and intellectual pursuits of the time.