Embleem: edel 1722

This etching, "Embleem: edel," was created by Jan Goeree in 1722. It depicts several cherubs and a central vignette of a gathering under a tree. The image includes a prominent inscription: "Virtus unica nobilis tas" which translates to "Virtue is the only true nobility." This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the allegorical and symbolic art popular in the 18th century. The cherubs, a common motif in Goeree's works, represent various virtues and attributes, creating a complex and engaging composition.