Titelpagina voor: Joannes Le Francq van Berkhey 'Gedichten', 1776 1776

Reinier Vinkeles' 1776 engraving, "Titelpagina voor: Joannes Le Francq van Berkhey 'Gedichten', 1776," features a charming scene of five cherubs. Depicting the letter 'L' with a cherub holding a wreath, the design alludes to Joannes Le Francq van Berkhey, a Dutch poet whose work is celebrated. The cherubs are depicted in a pastoral setting, engaging in musical activities, highlighting the art of poetry and its connection to music. This delicate engraving is a testament to the beauty and skill of 18th-century printmaking.