Providentia/Oeconomia c. 1637

This marble sculpture, titled "Providentia/Oeconomia," was created by Dutch artist Pieter Adriaensz 't Hooft around 1637. The sculpture depicts a female figure in classical drapery, standing on a square pedestal. The figure, likely representing a personification of Providence or Economy, appears to be holding a staff or other object, though details are obscured by time and wear. The statue's sober and realistic style aligns with the prevailing trends of 17th-century Dutch sculpture, which emphasized craftsmanship and a directness of representation. The work's weathered surface speaks to the passage of time, adding an extra layer of meaning and evoking historical contemplation.