Allegorie op de dood van Johann Kaspar Lavater 1801 - 1807

"Allegorie op de dood van Johann Kaspar Lavater" is an engraving by Jacob Merz, created between 1801 and 1807. This artwork depicts two cherubs mourning over a funerary urn adorned with the deceased's initials, Johann Kaspar Lavater, a prominent Swiss theologian, poet and physiognomist. The engraving's somber tone and classical symbolism reflect the prevalent artistic trends of the era, highlighting the reverence for death and the afterlife. This small yet poignant work can be found in the Rijksmuseum, Netherlands, and serves as a testament to Merz's talent for capturing grief and remembrance.