Bedelaar en koning 1672

"Bedelaar en koning" (Beggar and King) is an etching by Albert Flamen, created in 1672. The artwork portrays a beggar embracing a crowned king, with the inscription "Non bene convenit," meaning "It does not suit well." The inscription highlights the incongruity of the situation, questioning the connection between the two figures. This engraving exemplifies Flamen's skill in capturing social commentary through detailed, expressive figures. The etching is a testament to the Dutch artist's mastery of the medium, particularly in conveying the contrasting social standings and unexpected closeness of the figures.